Mon May 05 15:00:00 UTC 2025: **Sunrisers Hyderabad Captain Pat Cummins Makes History in IPL Match**
Hyderabad, India – Sunrisers Hyderabad captain Pat Cummins achieved a remarkable feat in Monday’s IPL match against Delhi Capitals. Cummins delivered a stunning powerplay spell, claiming three crucial wickets in his first three overs.
Cummins, winning the toss and electing to bowl first, dismissed Karun Nair, Faf du Plessis, and Abhishek Porel – all bowled on the first ball of their respective overs. This achievement marks him as the first captain to take three wickets in the powerplay of an IPL match.
His impressive figures of 3/12 were pivotal in restricting Delhi Capitals’ early momentum. This performance also places Cummins amongst an elite group of captains who have taken multiple wickets in the powerplay, though his three wickets surpass previous records. Previous notable powerplay performances cited include Axar Patel (2/10), and Zaheer Khan’s four instances of taking two wickets in a powerplay (figures varied between 2/13 and 2/19). Shaun Pollock also achieved a similar feat in 2008 (2/13).
The match showcased Cummins’ exceptional all-round ability and tactical acumen, contributing significantly to Sunrisers Hyderabad’s victory.
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