Abhishek Sharma of Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) produced a sensational century in the 27th match of IPL 2025, blasting 141 runs in a thrilling encounter against Punjab Kings (PBKS), leaving cricket fans across the country in awe.
Sharma’s explosive knock came off just 55 balls, featuring 14 boundaries and 10 sixes, with a remarkable strike rate of 256.36. His performance played a crucial role in helping SRH chase down an enormous target of 246 runs.
Sharma also forged a 171-run opening partnership with Travis Head, who contributed a solid 66 runs before being dismissed. This chase marked the second-highest successful run chase in IPL history. The exciting match took place at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium in Hyderabad.
Abhishek Sharma Shatters Records with His Stunning 141
After his sensational century, Abhishek Sharma was deservedly awarded the Player of the Match. The young opener also set multiple milestones during his explosive 141 off 55 balls. Notably, he now holds the record for the highest individual score by an Indian batsman in IPL history. Here’s a look at the records Sharma achieved in the SRH vs PBKS match:
Records Set by Abhishek Sharma in SRH vs PBKS:
- Highest individual score by an Indian batsman in IPL (141)
- Highest individual score while chasing in the IPL (141)
- Third-highest individual score in IPL history (141)
- Fifth-fastest century in IPL history (40 balls)
Earlier in the first innings, PBKS captain Shreyas Iyer led his team to 245/6 with a brilliant half-century. The visitors won the toss and chose to bat first. Despite their strong batting performance, PBKS couldn’t deliver with the ball.
Sharma, now with 192 runs in six games in IPL 2025, is the second-highest run-scorer for SRH after Head. His outstanding knock played a key role in SRH’s second win of the tournament. After a rough start, with SRH losing four out of five games and sitting at the bottom of the points table, they now have two wins from six matches.