SRH vs PBKS: Abhishek Sharma’s 141 Seals Historic 246 Chase | In a breathtaking display of power-hitting, Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) pulled off a sensational chase against Punjab Kings (PBKS), winning by 8 wickets in a high-scoring thriller. Abhishek Sharma’s scintillating 141 off just 54 balls—the highest individual score by an Indian in IPL history—was the cornerstone of SRH’s majestic pursuit of 246.
PBKS Set a Mammoth Target
Punjab Kings, batting first, unleashed an onslaught from the outset. Priyansh Arya, fresh off a century in the previous game, continued his red-hot form with a blistering 36 off 13 balls, setting the tone for a massive total. Alongside Prabhsimran Singh (42 off 23), Arya helped PBKS post a staggering 89-run powerplay—one of the biggest in IPL history.
Captain Shreyas Iyer then took charge, smashing 82 off just 36 deliveries, including six fours and six sixes. His explosive knock propelled Punjab past 200 in the 18th over. Marcus Stoinis provided the finishing fireworks with a whirlwind 34* off 11 balls, ensuring PBKS posted a daunting 245/4.
SRH’s bowling attack had no answers, with Mohammed Shami enduring a nightmare spell—his 0/75 becoming the second-most expensive figures in IPL history. Every SRH bowler conceded over 40 runs, leaving them with a mountain to climb.
SRH’s Record-Breaking Chase
Undeterred by the colossal target, SRH’s openers, Travis Head and Abhishek Sharma, launched an all-out assault. The duo plundered 83 runs in the powerplay, with Sharma racing to a 19-ball fifty. Head matched the aggression, scoring a 31-ball half-century as SRH reached 143 by the halfway mark—the highest 10-over score in a T20 chase.
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The pair added a destructive 174-run stand before Yuzvendra Chahal dismissed Head for 66 (37 balls). However, Sharma was unstoppable, hammering his way to a 40-ball century and eventually a jaw-dropping 141. His innings, laced with 14 fours and 10 sixes, broke multiple records and left PBKS shell-shocked.
Even after Sharma’s dismissal, Heinrich Klaasen (21* off 14) ensured no late drama, sealing the victory with 9 balls to spare. SRH’s 246/2 marked the second-highest successful chase in IPL history, showcasing their batting might.
Key Takeaways
- Abhishek Sharma’s Masterclass: His 141 is now the highest score by an Indian in IPL, surpassing previous records.
- Historic Powerplay: PBKS’ 89 and SRH’s 83 showcased relentless aggression from both sides.
- Bowling Nightmare: 721 runs were scored in 38.3 overs, with bowlers from both teams taken to the cleaners.
Player of the Match
Abhishek Sharma (141 off 54) – A once-in-a-lifetime innings that dismantled Punjab’s bowling attack.
This match will be remembered as one of the greatest run-fests in IPL history, with SRH proving that no target is beyond reach when their batters fire in unison.
