IPL 2025: Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) launched their campaign with a stunning performance, thanks to explosive contributions from Travis Head and Abhishek Sharma. The dynamic duo set the stage ablaze, propelling SRH to a commanding position before Maheesh Theekshana broke their flourishing partnership.
Travis Head and Abhishek Sharma came out swinging, exhibiting aggressive stroke play that had fans on their feet. Their partnership was marked by powerful boundaries and quick runs, laying a solid foundation for SRH’s innings.
Head, known for his explosive batting style, was in sublime form, effortlessly dispatching the ball to all corners of the ground. His ability to find gaps and rotate the strike kept the pressure on KKR’s bowlers, making it difficult for them to settle into a rhythm.
Abhishek Sharma complemented Head perfectly with his own aggressive batting. Coming off a sensational T20I performance where he scored 135 runs off just 54 balls, he continued his rich vein of form, showcasing his clean hitting and remarkable timing.
Just as it seemed SRH was set for a monumental total, Maheesh Theekshana struck gold by dismissing Head, who fell for an impressive 45 runs. This wicket shifted the momentum slightly in favor of KKR, but SRH remained in control with plenty of firepower still to come.
The atmosphere at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium was electric, with fans rallying behind their team. Chants of "SRH! SRH!" echoed throughout the venue as supporters celebrated every boundary and wicket.
With this explosive start, SRH has set high expectations for themselves this season. If Travis Head and Abhishek Sharma can maintain their form and continue to dominate opposing bowling attacks, fans may witness record-breaking totals as they aim for their first IPL title since 2016.