Sunrisers Hyderabad Post 190/9 as Shardul Thakur Shines with Four-Wicket Haul Against Lucknow Super Giants

Hyderabad, March 27 – Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) put up a competitive 190/9 in 20 overs against Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) in Match 7 of IPL 2025. Despite explosive contributions from Travis Head (47 off 28), Abhishek Verma (36 off 13), and Pat Cummins (18 off 4), Lucknow’s bowlers, led by Shardul Thakur (4/34), kept the total in check.

Head and Verma Power SRH to 190

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Opting to bat first after losing the toss, SRH had a shaky start, losing Abhishek Sharma (6) and Ishan Kishan (0) in quick succession. However, Travis Head took charge, smashing 5 fours and 3 sixes in a rapid 47 off 28 balls. He formed a crucial partnership with Nitish Kumar Reddy (32 off 28) to steady the innings.

Just as Hyderabad looked to accelerate, Lucknow struck back with timely wickets, including the run-out of Heinrich Klaasen (26 off 17). The real fireworks came from Abhishek Verma, who blasted 36 off just 13 balls, including 5 sixes, pushing SRH towards a strong total. Pat Cummins (18 off 4, 3 sixes) added some late fireworks before falling to Avesh Khan (1/45).

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Scorecard Highlights – SRH Batting

Total: 190/9 (20 overs)

Shardul Thakur Leads LSG’s Bowling Attack

Lucknow Super Giants bowlers had a mixed outing. Shardul Thakur was the star, picking up 4 wickets for 34 runs in 4 overs, including the crucial dismissals of Ishan Kishan, Abhishek Manohar, and Mohammad Shami.

Prince Yadav (1/29) and Ravi Bishnoi (1/42) chipped in, while Avesh Khan (1/45) and Digvesh Singh (1/40) took a wicket each. However, Lucknow struggled to contain the power hitters, conceding 6 wides and a no-ball, giving Sunrisers extra runs.

Scorecard Highlights – LSG Bowling

LSG’s Chase: Can They Overcome SRH’s Bowling Attack?

With 190 to chase, Lucknow Super Giants will depend on their explosive batting lineup, including KL Rahul, Quinton de Kock, Nicholas Pooran, and Marcus Stoinis, to take on Pat Cummins and Co. With the pitch offering good bounce, it promises to be an exciting chase.

Can LSG chase down 191, or will SRH’s bowling unit dominate? Stay tuned for the second innings action!