SRH vs KKR IPL 2025: Sunrisers Hyderabad ended their IPL 2025 campaign on a thunderous note, thrashing Kolkata Knight Riders by 110 runs in Match 68 of the season. Powered by a scintillating century from Heinrich Klaasen and a brutal opening from Travis Head, SRH posted a jaw-dropping 278/3 in 20 overs — one of the highest totals in IPL history.
Kolkata Knight Riders, who were the champions last year, collapsed under pressure and were bowled out for 168 in 18.4 overs, registering their heaviest defeat in IPL history.
After winning the toss and opting to bat first, SRH openers Travis Head and Abhishek Sharma gave the team a turbo-charged start. Head smashed 76 off just 40 balls, peppering the boundaries with 8 fours and 4 sixes. Abhishek Sharma contributed a quickfire 32 off 16 balls, setting the stage for a fireworks display.
Enter Heinrich Klaasen — the South African wicketkeeper-batter was in a zone of his own. He blasted an unbeaten 105* off just 39 balls, striking 8 fours and a jaw-dropping 9 sixes, reaching his fifty in just 24 balls and converting it into a century in 37. He dominated the death overs, particularly tearing into Andre Russell and Harshit Rana.
A late cameo from Aniket Bawane (29* off 10) added fuel to the fire as SRH posted a towering total of 278/3 — their highest in IPL history and the second-highest in all IPL editions.
KKR Crumble Under Pressure
Chasing a mammoth 279, Kolkata Knight Riders had no breathing room. Despite a brisk start by Sunil Narine (31 off 16) and Rinku Singh’s early promise, KKR lost wickets at regular intervals. Rinku (16), Rahane (11), and captain Russell (4) failed to anchor the innings.
The only bright sparks in the chase were Manish Pandey, who fought with a 37 off 23, and Harshit Rana with a late 34 off 21, but the damage was long done.
Jaydev Unadkat (3/24) and debutant Eshan Malinga (3/31) wrecked the KKR middle order, while Harsh Dubey also impressed with figures of 3/34. KKR were eventually dismissed for 168 in 18.4 overs.
KKR Register Heaviest Defeat in IPL History
This crushing 110-run defeat now stands as KKR’s biggest loss in IPL history, surpassing their previous worst losses:
- 110 runs vs SRH, Delhi, 2025
- 102 runs vs MI, Kolkata, 2018
- 92 runs vs MI, Gqeberha, 2009
KKR’s playoff hopes now hang by a thread, finishing the league with 12 points and a poor Net Run Rate.
SRH’s Late Surge Ends on a High
With this win, Sunrisers Hyderabad concluded their IPL 2025 campaign on a three-match winning streak. They finish sixth in the points table with 13 points, showing remarkable improvement after a rocky start to the season. Captain Pat Cummins and coach Daniel Vettori will take pride in the way the team bounced back.
Though they miss out on the playoffs narrowly, SRH fans will remember this dominant performance as one of the most entertaining matches in recent memory.
What’s Next?
The league stage of IPL 2025 is nearing its end, with playoff spots fiercely contested. With just a few matches remaining, all eyes are now on the points table permutations. SRH might be out, but they’ve surely made a statement — and given Klaasen’s form, international teams will be watching closely.
Top Performers:
Sunrisers Hyderabad:
- Heinrich Klaasen: 105* (39)
- Travis Head: 76 (40)
- Abhishek Sharma: 32 (16)
- Jaydev Unadkat: 3/24 (4)
- Harsh Dubey: 3/34 (4)
- Eshan Malinga: 3/31 (3.4)
Kolkata Knight Riders:
- Manish Pandey: 37 (23)
- Harshit Rana: 34 (21)
- Sunil Narine: 31 (16)
- Narine (Bowling): 2/42 (4)
- Vaibhav Arora: 1/39 (4)
Final Word
Sunrisers Hyderabad may be bowing out of IPL 2025, but they’ve gifted fans a spectacle to remember — a brutal batting display, electric fielding, and composed bowling. For Kolkata Knight Riders, it’s back to the drawing board as they reflect on a season of missed opportunities.
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