As fans gear up for today’s exciting clash between Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) and Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) in IPL 2025, many are curious about what happened in their last match. Well, the previous encounter in IPL 2024 was nothing short of historic. SRH not only defeated LSG; they demolished them by 10 wickets, chasing 166 runs in under 10 overs—a performance that stunned everyone.
In the 57th match of IPL 2024, Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) delivered one of the most dominating performances in T20 history, defeating Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) by 10 wickets with a massive 62 balls to spare at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Hyderabad on May 8, 2024.
The match summary tells the story of SRH's dominance. LSG won the toss and opted to bat first, managing to score 165 runs for the loss of four wickets in their 20 overs. Ayush Badoni was the standout performer for LSG, scoring an impressive 55 runs off 30 balls, while Nicholas Pooran contributed 48 runs off 26 balls. KL Rahul, LSG's captain, could only muster 29 runs off 33 balls, which was far from enough to set a challenging target.
However, it was SRH's chase that stole the show. They chased down the 166-run target in just 9.4 overs without losing a single wicket! The opening pair of Travis Head and Abhishek Sharma showcased a batting masterclass, scoring 89 runs and 75 runs respectively. Head's explosive innings of 89 runs came off just 30 balls, earning him the Player of the Match award. Abhishek Sharma supported him well with a quickfire 75 runs off 28 balls.
SRH's chase was marked by record-breaking feats. They recorded the highest 10-over score in IPL history, finishing with 167 runs without losing a wicket. The powerplay score was a staggering 107 runs, and they achieved the fastest 100-run partnership in just 34 balls. Post-match, Head expressed his joy, saying, "Abhi and I just tried to enjoy, keep it simple and watch the ball hard. Credit to the crowd too."
Pat Cummins, SRH's captain, praised his team's performance, stating, "Unreal chase. We just let them go, and they did something special. It’s tough for bowlers when batters are in that zone." On the other hand, LSG's KL Rahul was left speechless, admitting, "Lost for words. That was unreal batting. Even 240 wouldn’t have been enough today." Abhishek Sharma thanked his mentors for guiding him, saying, "The mindset was to play fearless cricket."
Fast forward to March 27, 2025, and the two teams are set to clash again at the same venue. Fans are eager to see if LSG can turn the tables after such a crushing defeat last season. In the current IPL 2025 match, SRH has set a target of 191 runs for LSG, scoring 190 runs in their innings. Shardul Thakur was the standout bowler for LSG, taking 4 wickets for 34 runs, while SRH's Travis Head scored 47 runs off 28 balls.
LSG's chase began with a solid performance from Nicholas Pooran, who scored a blistering fifty in just 18 deliveries, showcasing his explosive batting style. Pooran, alongside Mitchell Marsh, put together a formidable 100-run partnership, bringing LSG back into contention for the chase. However, SRH's Pat Cummins struck at a crucial moment by dismissing Pooran, which shifted the momentum back in favor of SRH.
As the match progressed, it became clear that LSG had their work cut out for them. With the score at 129/2 in 10 overs, LSG appeared to be cruising, but the loss of Pooran proved challenging. Cummins's dismissal of Pooran was a pivotal moment, as he caught Pooran plumb in front of the wicket, much to the delight of the SRH fans.
Despite the early breakthroughs, LSG continued to fight back with Marsh leading the charge. The match saw several thrilling moments, including a fierce run-out that halted SRH's momentum. Ultimately, LSG needed 191 runs to win, and the pressure was mounting as the innings progressed.
In the end, the IPL 2025 match between SRH and LSG promises to be another exciting chapter in their rivalry. With SRH riding high on their previous victory and LSG eager to make a statement, fans can expect a thrilling contest. As both teams take the field, the stakes are high, and every run will count in this high-octane battle.
With the IPL 2025 season in full swing, this match could be a defining moment for both teams. Will SRH continue their dominance, or will LSG rise to the occasion and claim victory? Only time will tell, but one thing is for sure: the excitement is palpable, and fans are in for a treat!
