Sunrisers Hyderabad smash records, defeat Mumbai Indians in high-scoring thriller

KATHMANDU: In a breathtaking display of power-hitting, Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) rewrote the record books as they clinched a thrilling 31-run victory over the Mumbai Indians (MI) in Match 8 of the Tata Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium in Hyderabad.

SRH's batting onslaught left spectators in awe as they posted an imposing total of 277 for three, marking the highest team score in the history of the Tata IPL. This monumental feat surpassed Royal Challengers Bangalore's previous record of 263 for five set in the 2013 season.

The stage was set for a nail-biting encounter as MI launched a spirited chase, with moments where they seemed poised to achieve the near-impossible target. However, the enormity of the task eventually proved too much as SRH's bowlers tightened the screws in the final overs.

Highlighting the explosive nature of SRH's innings, Abhishek Sharma stole the show with a blistering half-century off just 16 balls, setting a new record for the fastest fifty by an SRH batter in IPL history. Travis Head and Heinrich Klaasen also made significant contributions, showcasing their prowess with the bat.

In response, MI displayed resilience with notable performances from Ishan Kishan and Tilak Varma, who led the charge with aggressive stroke play. Despite their valiant efforts, SRH's bowling attack, led by Jaydev Unadkat, held their nerve in the crucial moments, ultimately securing victory for the home team.

The match witnessed a record-breaking total of 523 runs and 38 sixes, underscoring the spectacle of T20 cricket at its finest. As the SRH fans celebrated a memorable win to kick off their home leg in the Tata IPL 2024, the statisticians were left busy updating the record books to reflect the historic feats achieved on the field.