Travis Head was on fire in the IPL 2025 clash against Rajasthan Royals, leading Sunrisers Hyderabad to a commanding victory at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium on March 23, 2025. With his explosive batting, Head treated the home crowd to a stellar performance that left the Royals' bowlers reeling. He finished his innings with a staggering 67 runs off just 30 balls, smashing 9 fours and 3 sixes.
The day began with Rajasthan Royals' stand-in captain, Riyan Parag, winning the toss and opting to bowl first. Unfortunately for the Royals, this decision backfired spectacularly. Sunrisers Hyderabad's opening pair, Head and Abhishek Sharma, wasted no time exerting their dominance over the Royal bowlers, with Abhishek scoring 24 runs off only 11 balls before being dismissed by Maheesh Theekshana in the fourth over.
Despite the early wicket, Head continued to launch an assault. One of his standout moments came in the fifth over when he faced Jofra Archer, who had been one of the biggest buys in the IPL 2025 auction, fetching a whopping ₹12.50 crore. Head smashed a massive 105-meter six off a short-pitched delivery and followed it up by scoring 23 runs in that over, turning the momentum squarely in SRH's favor. This onslaught made SRH owner Kavya Maran visibly ecstatic in the stands, where she cheered enthusiastically for her team.
As SRH continued their dominating performance, they breached the 100-run mark within just seven overs, a feat made possible by the incredible partnership between Head and his fellow opener Ishan Kishan. Ishan stepped up to the crease after Abhishek's dismissal and played a crucial role in maintaining the momentum while scoring runs at a brisk pace.
Ishan Kishan eventually converted his innings into a spectacular display, scoring his maiden IPL hundred, finishing with an unbeaten 106 runs off just 45 balls. Throughout the innings, he struck 11 fours and 6 sixes, showcasing his prowess with the bat. Kishan's achievement not only made him the first centurion of IPL 2025 but also marked him as the first Indian player to achieve a hundred for Sunrisers Hyderabad.
As soon as Kishan reached his century, the excitement overloaded in the stadium. Fans witnessed a jubilant Kavya Maran celebrating in the stands, her reactions making her a social media sensation. Fans had been eagerly waiting for her return to the stands, and her ecstatic clapping and cheering for the team only amplified the pulse of the match.
Despite losing Head to Tushar Deshpande after his explosive innings, the platform had been set for a mammoth total. Sunrisers Hyderabad ended their innings at an impressive 286 runs for the loss of 6 wickets, capitalizing on the excellent start provided by the opening pair of Head and Kishan, which also included strong contributions from Nitish Kumar Reddy and Heinrich Klaasen in the middle.
The home crowd erupted with joy as SRH posted what would become the season's first 250-plus total in the IPL, taking full advantage of the Royals' bowling attack, particularly targeting Archer, who ended up conceding a staggering 76 runs in his four overs—setting a record for the most expensive bowling spell in IPL history.
The reaction on social media was immense, with fans celebrating both SRH’s overwhelming performance and Kavya Maran's high-spirited presence in the stands. Clips of her animated cheers went viral, charming the walls of social media as she embodied the spirit of SRH fans.
A celebratory atmosphere cloaked the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium as spectators recognized this match was about more than just runs; it was an exciting showcase of talent, enthusiasm, and support. With Ishan Kishan solidifying his role within the team and the batting performances of Head, it is evident that SRH is in for a strong season ahead.
Looking back at the history of IPL, the performances seen today will be remembered as a foundation for future games, where each strike of the bat resonated with the hopes carried by so many devoted fans. As SRH heads into the rest of the tournament, the expectation is palpable, and with dynamic players like Head and Kishan leading the charge, they show they are ready to aim high.
