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The Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) delivered a stunning performance on Wednesday night, shattering records and leaving fans in awe as they dominated the Mumbai Indians (MI) in Match 08 of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024. SRH achieved the highest IPL total to date, posting an impressive 277/3, securing a 31-run victory over MI.
Sunrisers Hyderabad’s explosive batting
Opening batter Travis Head and Abhishek Sharma showcased an extraordinary exhibition of power hitting. Head’s blistering 62 off 24 balls set the stage, but it was Abhishek’s remarkable 63 off just 23 deliveries that stole the show. Abhishek’s innings not only propelled SRH to victory but also etched his name in IPL history, setting a new record for the fastest fifty in the IPL for the Sunrisers franchise, achieved in a mere 16 balls.
Breaking records
As the match progressed, Heinrich Klaasen‘s explosive batting further propelled SRH towards an unprecedented milestone. Klaasen’s unbeaten 80 off 34 balls not only contributed significantly to SRH’s total but also played a pivotal role in breaking an 11-year-old record. The previous highest IPL total of 263/5, set by Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) in 2013, was eclipsed by SRH’s remarkable performance.
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Franchise-wise fastest half-centuries in IPL history
The IPL has witnessed several remarkable batting performances over the years, with players displaying exceptional skill and power to achieve record-breaking half-centuries in the shortest time possible. Here is the list of franchise-wise fastest half-centuries in IPL:
- Yashasvi Jaiswal (Rajasthan Royals, vs. Kolkata Knight Riders, May 11, 2023): Jaiswal’s extraordinary innings of a fifty off just 13 balls showcased his immense talent and ability to take on the opposition bowlers from the onset.
- KL Rahul (Punjab Kings, vs. Delhi Capitals, April 08, 2018): Rahul’s explosive batting display enabled him to reach a half-century in just 14 balls, demonstrating his prowess as one of the most formidable opening batters in the IPL.
- Pat Cummins (Kolkata Knight Riders, vs. Mumbai Indians, April 06, 2022): Cummins’ rapid fifty off 14 balls not only propelled Kolkata Knight Riders to a formidable total but also showcased the all-rounder’s ability to contribute significantly with the bat in high-pressure situations.
- Nicholas Pooran (Lucknow Super Giants, vs. Royal Challengers Bangalore, April 10, 2023): Pooran’s blazing fifty off 15 balls exemplified his ability to accelerate the innings and provide crucial momentum to his team, setting the stage for a memorable batting display.
- Suresh Raina (Chennai Super Kings, vs. Punjab Kings, May 30, 2014): Raina’s explosive batting prowess was on full display as he reached a half-century in just 16 balls, playing a crucial role in Chennai Super Kings’ dominant performance against Punjab Kings.
- Abhishek Sharma (Sunrisers Hyderabad, vs. Mumbai Indians, March 27, 2024): Abhishek’s record-breaking fifty off 16 balls set the tone for Sunrisers Hyderabad’s remarkable batting performance, highlighting his ability to deliver under pressure and seize control of the game.
- Chris Gayle (Royal Challengers Bangalore, vs. Pune Warriors India, April 23, 2013): Gayle’s destructive batting style was on display as he reached a fifty off 17 balls, unleashing a barrage of boundaries and sixes to decimate the opposition bowling attack.
- Hardik Pandya (Mumbai Indians, vs. Kolkata Knight Riders, April 28, 2019): Pandya’s explosive fifty off 17 balls showcased his ability to take the attack to the opposition and turn the tide of the game in Mumbai Indians’ favor with his aggressive stroke play.
- Chris Morris (Delhi Capitals, vs. Gujarat Lions, April 27, 2016): Morris’ blazing innings of a fifty off 17 balls demonstrated his ability to provide valuable contributions with the bat in the lower order, propelling Delhi Capitals to a formidable total.
- Rashid Khan (Gujarat Titans, vs. Mumbai Indians, May 12, 2023): Rashid’s remarkable innings of a fifty off 21 balls showcased his ability to wield the bat effectively, contributing crucial runs to Gujarat Titans’ total and leaving a lasting impact with his aggressive batting approach.
