Sun Apr 13 02:53:00 UTC 2025: ## SRH Shatters IPL Record, Cruises Past PBKS’s 246-Run Target
**Hyderabad, India** – Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) pulled off a stunning victory over Punjab Kings (PBKS) on [Date], chasing down a massive 246-run target with eight wickets and nine balls to spare. The win was fueled by a record-breaking century from Abhishek Sharma, who smashed 141 runs off 55 balls, the highest-ever score by an Indian in IPL history. This remarkable innings, coupled with a strong 66-run contribution from Travis Head, propelled SRH to their second win of the season.
PBKS, who won the toss and elected to bat first, had posted a formidable total thanks to contributions from Priyansh Arya (36), Prabhsimran Singh (42), and captain Shreyas Iyer (82). Marcus Stoinis’ late blitz added further impetus, taking the score to 245/6. Harshal Patel (4/42) and Eshan Malinga (2/45) were the most successful bowlers for SRH.
Despite PBKS’s strong batting performance, SRH’s opening partnership proved unstoppable. Abhishek and Head, dubbed “Travishek,” put on a 171-run stand before Head’s dismissal. Abhishek continued his onslaught, while Klaasen and Kishan added the final touches to seal the victory. This is the second-highest successful run chase in IPL history, just shy of PBKS’s own record of 262 runs last year.
PBKS captain Shreyas Iyer acknowledged SRH’s exceptional batting, admitting surprise at the ease with which they chased down the target. He also pointed to fielding lapses and poor bowling rotation as contributing factors to the loss. Iyer highlighted Abhishek’s luck but also praised his exceptional performance.
The win moves SRH to eighth place in the standings (2-4), while PBKS remains in sixth (3-2).
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