IND   – 188-5 (18.3)

Player of the Match – Arshdeep Singh 

India vs Australia: 3rd T20I played on Sunday, November 2, at the Oval, Hobart.

India won the toss and opted to bowl first. There were three changes on the Indian side: Jitesh, Arshdeep, and Washington came in place of Samson, Harshit, and Kuldeep.

Arshdeep is India’s leading wicket-taker in T20Is, but he was still warming the bench; not sure why. But he once again showed why he’s the leading wicket-taker. He got Travis Head’s wicket on the 3rd ball of the first over, and in his second, he dismissed Josh Inglis.

Tim David was promoted up the order, and he showed his raw power. Marsh and Tim David built a solid partnership, but Varun Chakaravarthy struck twice in two balls, removing Mitchell Marsh and Mitchell Owen. Stoinis and Tim David batted on another level. Tim David got out after scoring 74 runs off just 38 balls. Matthew Short and Stoinis continued the innings. Stoinis got out in the last over while trying to hit a low full toss. He scored 64 runs in 39 balls, while Short scored 26. Australia posted a total of 186 runs.

Abhishek started well, as usual, but got a quick short ball from Ellis after scoring 25 runs. Gill’s poor form continued; he scored only 15 runs and was trapped LBW by Ellis. SKY got out to Stoinis. Ellis again surprised another batter with a quick short ball, and Axar scored 17 runs.

Tilak Varma got out to Bartlett’s ball. Washington Sundar and Jitesh Sharma finished the match with 9 balls remaining. Washington scored 49 runs, and Jitesh remained unbeaten on 22.

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IPL 2025: Abhishek Sharma’s Record-Breaking Knock Powers SRH to Historic Victory

Abhishek Sharma’s breathtaking innings was the highlight of the chase. His knock of 141 runs, which included 14 boundaries and 10 sixes, set a new record for the highest score by an Indian in IPL history, surpassing KL Rahul’s previous record. Abhishek’s stunning century came off just 40 balls, the fastest-ever by a Hyderabad batter and the quickest against Punjab Kings. His explosive performance, coupled with Travis Head’s blistering 66 off 37 balls, helped SRH achieve the highest successful run-chase in IPL history.

IPL 2025: Travi-Shek Duo Sets the Stage for a Record-Breaking Chase

The SRH chase began with intent as Abhishek and Travis Head, nicknamed the ‘Travi-Shek’ duo, came out all guns blazing. The pair put on a record-breaking opening partnership of 171 runs, the highest of IPL 2025. They brought up a 50-run stand in just 3 overs, SRH’s first fifty-run opening partnership of the season. Abhishek was in scintillating form, reaching his fifty in just 16 deliveries, the fastest-ever by a Sunrisers batter. Head, not far behind, scored his second half-century of the season with two towering sixes off Glenn Maxwell.

Head’s Contribution and Early Breakthrough for PBKS

While Head was dismissed for a quickfire 66 off 37 balls by Yuzvendra Chahal, Abhishek continued to dominate. SRH reached 83/0 at the end of the powerplay, and the pair had set the stage for one of the most incredible chases in IPL history. Head’s timely contribution was crucial, setting the foundation for the chase and providing excellent support to Abhishek.

IPL 2025: Punjab Kings’ Explosive Start and Early Momentum

Earlier, Punjab Kings opted to bat first and got off to a fiery start. Prabhsimran Singh hammered a hat-trick of boundaries off Mohammed Shami in the first over, while Priyansh Arya, fresh off a century in the previous game, kept the momentum going with aggressive strokes. The duo helped PBKS reach the fastest fifty-run opening stand of the season in just the third over.

Harshal Patel Pulls Back for SRH with Key Breakthroughs

Though PBKS started explosively, Harshal Patel played a crucial role in stemming the flow of runs. He removed Arya for 36 off 13 balls, bringing SRH back into the game. Captain Shreyas Iyer, who joined Prabhsimran, continued to guide PBKS to a formidable total, with the team reaching 89/1 at the end of the powerplay, their second-highest score in IPL history.

Shreyas Iyer’s Storming Half-Century and Quick Wickets for SRH

Shreyas Iyer continued his assault, racing to a 22-ball half-century, his quickest in the IPL. However, SRH clawed back with quick wickets, including the dismissal of Prabhsimran (42) by debutant Eshan Malinga. Shreyas eventually fell for a brilliant 82 off 36 balls, and SRH managed to contain PBKS’s scoring in the middle overs.

Marcus Stoinis’ Explosive Finish Lifts PBKS to 245/6

In the final overs, Marcus Stoinis provided the finishing touch, blasting four sixes off Shami in the last over to finish unbeaten on 34 off 11 balls. This thrilling end helped PBKS post a mammoth total of 245/6, setting a daunting target for SRH.

SRH’s Historic Chase Sees Abhishek Sharma Shine

Abhishek Sharma’s dazzling performance ensured that SRH comfortably crossed the line, achieving the highest successful run-chase in IPL history with 9 balls to spare. His match-winning 141-run knock was the key factor in SRH’s commanding 8-wicket victory. Abhishek was rightly adjudged the Player of the Match for his extraordinary batting display.

The match between Sunrisers Hyderabad and Punjab Kings was a spectacle of explosive batting, with Abhishek Sharma’s record-breaking knock taking center stage. His brilliance, coupled with Head’s aggressive batting, ensured that SRH chased down the daunting target of 246 with ease. The victory was a testament to the fearless batting of the SRH openers and their historic chase, which will be remembered as one of the greatest moments in IPL history.

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Match Overview: SRH’s Dominant Performance in IPL 2025

SRH’s batting lineup delivered an outstanding performance, posting a formidable total of 266 runs for the loss of 7 wickets in their allotted 20 overs. Openers Abhishek Sharma and Travis Head were instrumental in this achievement, forging a rapid 131-run partnership off just 38 balls. Abhishek Sharma scored a blistering 46 runs off 12 balls, while Travis Head contributed a swift 89 runs off 32 balls. Their aggressive batting set a solid foundation for SRH’s innings.

In response, DC’s chase began with promise, highlighted by Jake Fraser-McGurk’s quick 65 runs. However, SRH’s bowlers, particularly T Natarajan, who took 4 wickets for 19 runs, tightened their grip in the latter stages. DC was eventually restricted to 199 runs, falling short by 67 runs.​

Records and Highlights

• Highest Powerplay Score in T20s: SRH set a new record for the highest team score after the first six overs in T20 history, amassing 125 runs without loss. This surpassed the previous best of 106/0 by Nottinghamshire against Durham in 2017.
  
• Fastest Fifty for DC: Jake Fraser-McGurk recorded the fastest half-century for Delhi Capitals in IPL history, reaching 50 runs in just 15 balls. He broke Chris Morris’ earlier record of a 17-ball fifty set in 2016.
  
• Most Sixes in an IPL Innings: SRH equaled their record for the most sixes in an IPL innings, hitting 22 sixes during the match. 

This victory reinforces SRH’s strong form in IPL 2025, showcasing their batting depth and bowling prowess. The match will be remembered for its record-breaking performances and the high-octane display of cricket by both teams.