The match was highly anticipated, given the recent form of both teams. SRH had been flying high, having recorded a record-breaking total of 287 in their previous encounter against the same opposition, with Travis Head smashing a blistering century. On the other hand, RCB had been struggling, having lost six of their last seven matches before this crucial encounter.

Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) Vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) Match Result

Virat Kohli, leading the charge for RCB, won the toss and elected to bat first. Despite losing early wickets, Kohli (51 runs) and Rajat Patidar (50 off 20 balls) put up a valiant fight, helping their team post a competitive total of 206. Cameron Green also played a crucial role, scoring a quickfire cameo and picking up two wickets to restrict SRH to 171/8.

From Sunrisers Hyderabad, Jaidev Unadkat was the pick of the bowlers for the Orange Army. The ex-RCBian took three wickets in four overs for thirty runs. Interestingly, the IPL veteran was playing his 100th IPL match, and it was a perfect stage to shine and gain memories for a lifetime.

RCB’s spinners were the show’s stars, with debutant Swapnil Singh and experienced Karn Sharma producing match-winning spells in the early stages of the SRH innings. Their performance helped RCB end their six-game losing streak and keep their playoff hopes alive.

SRH remain in the Third Spot in the Points table

Despite the loss, SRH remained in the third position in the points table with five wins. This match was a reminder that even the strongest teams can falter, and every game counts in the IPL. The competition is fierce, and teams need to be at their best to emerge victorious.

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In conclusion, the match between SRH and RCB was a thrilling encounter that showcased the competitive nature of the IPL. Both teams fought hard, but it was RCB who emerged victorious, ending their losing streak and keeping their playoff hopes alive. The battle for the IPL trophy continues, with more exciting matches to come. Royal Challengers Bengaluru will play their next game against Gujarat Titans on April 28. However, Sunrisers Hyderabad will face Mahender Singh Dhoni-inspired Chennai Super Kings on April 28 2024. 

3.1 overs: AGARWAL hits high in the sky , good length ball, pitching outside off stump, Mayank Agarwal gets forward and lofts it straight down the ground for a boundary! Connects well and sends it one bounce into the long-on ropes!
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2.6 overs: Omarzai to Mayank; Mayank socre a leg bye. After 3 overs SRH 3/0.

2.5 overs: Omarzai to Mayank; Mayank hits down the ground, misfield leads to four runs.

2.4 overs: Omarzai to Mayank; no runs.

2.3 overs: Omarzai to Mayank; no runs.

2.2 overs: Omarzai to Travis Head; Head plays a backfoot cover drive for a single.

2.1 overs: Omarzai to Mayank; Mayank pushes it for a single.
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1.6 overs: Umesh Yadav to Travis Head, no runs. After 2 overs, SRH are 20/0.

1.5 overs: Umesh Yadav to Travis Head, no runs

1.4 overs: Umesh Yadav to Travis Head; Heads hits it down the ground for 4 runs.

1.3 overs: Umesh to Mayank; Mayank hits away for 3 runs.

1.2 overs: Umesh Yadav to Mayank Agarwal; Mayank hits straight to the fielder, no runs.

1.1 overs: Umesh Yadav bowling to Mayank Agarwal; Mayank flicks away for 2 runs.
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0.6 overs: Omarzai to T Head, no runs. SRH 11/0 after 1over.

0.5 overs: Travis Head flick hard for two runs of Omarzai.

0.4 overs: Travis Head flicks on the leg side for four more runs.

0.3 overs: Travis heads hits through the covers for a four.

0.2 overs: Agarlwal opens the account with a single.

0.1 overs: Omarzai Abdullah to Mayank onto the mid-wicket, no runs.

Mayank Agarwal and Travis Head open the Innings for SRH

Sunrisers Hyderabad Innings

Toss: Sunrisers Hyderabad won the toss and chose to bat first.

In Match No 12 of TATA IPL 2024, Gujarat Titans will host Sunrisers Hyderabad on March 31 at Narendra Modi Stadium. Gujarat Titans, led by Shubhman Gill, have a 50% match-winning record in the IPL 2024. GT lost their previous game against CSK in MA Chidambaram Stadium. However, Sunrisers Hyderabad won in their last outing against Mumbai Indians.

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The Orange Army stepped foot on the ground, intending to make a statement. Interestingly, what unfolded next was sheer carnage. Hardik Pandya, skipper of Mumbai Indians, won the toss, forcing home team SRH to bat first. However, given the pitch and ground conditions, it is nothing less than a batter’s paradise. Mumbai Indians came into this game with a defeat on their backs at the hands of last year’s runners-up, Gujarat Titans. Apart from this, Hardik Pandya, who returned to the MI squad with the captaincy in his name, has been a victim of crowd bullying from IPL fans nationwide.

Sunrisers Hyderabad vs Mumbai Indians 1st Innings

Batting first, Sunrisers Hyderabad started their innings decently. However, from the second over onward, batsmen from both ends were spitting fire from their bats. Travis Head, a name that still gives sleepless nights to all the Indian cricket fans, all thanks to his match-winning performance at the World Cup final, put on a similar show on display. The Australian goliath made 62 runs from 24 balls with nine 4’s and three 6’s. Moreover, Travis’s feisty knock helped SRH post their highest total in the powerplay with 81 runs for the loss of 1 wicket.

However, this led to the Mumbai Indians taking their share of the time-out session right after the end of the power play. However, this did not change the game plans or the outcome for SRH or Mumbai. By the end of 10 overs, Hyderabad was able to put up a score of 148/2, again the highest by any team in the first 10 overs. Abhishek Sharma kept the momentum going and made a quick 16-ball fifty, breaking the record of former SRH skipper David Warner of 20-ball fifty.

In the latter part of the Innings, Klaasen’s performance added salt to the wound, as the South African batsmen scored a Classic innings of 80 of 34 balls with four 4s and seven 6s. By the end of 20 overs, SRH posted a daunting total of 277 with the loss of just 3 wickets.

Second Innings

With 278 to chase in 120 balls, Mumbai Indians went all guns blazing from the first over. The duo of Ishan Kishan and Rohit Sharma went bonkers on all the bowlers. Moreover, with an asking run rate of almost 14 runs per over, Mumbai Indians gave a fitting response. Ishan and Rohit added a glazing total of 56 runs in just over 3 overs. Ishan Kishan’s cameo of 34 runs from 13 balls, which included two 4s and four 6s, ended when he got caught by Makram on the bowling of Shahbaz Ahmed. However, in the fifth over, Pat Cummins got the big fish, Rohit Sharma, scoring at a staggering strike rate of 216.

Next in line, Tilak Verma left no stone unturned as he kept the game alive. The young lad helped MI take the team score to 140 plus in the first 10 overs, Keeping the game balanced. Verma soon reached his half-century in a mere 24 balls as things looked well poised. Mumbai lost their third wicket, and Naman Dhir departed for 30 runs in 13 balls.

Things went dicey when Varma lost his wicket, scoring 64 in 34 balls with two 4s and six 6s. From 11-16 overs, Sunrises made a comeback in the game by gripping a strong hold on the leaks of boundaries and maximums. Once again, a flop show was on the cards from Captain Hardik Pandya as he scored just 24 runs off 20 balls with a strike rate of 120.

Flag End of the Game

In the last four overs, Tim David tried to boost the innings with big hitting, but David could not see through to the end of the match due to a lack of support from the other end. David remained not out on 42 runs in 22 balls. Abhishek Sharma was awarded the Man of the Match for his excellent batting performance. However, other notable performances came from Bumrah, Klaasen, Head, Tim, and many more.

Once again, the post-match discussion point was Hardik Pandya’s strategies and decision-making. A few of the prominent ones are

• Why was Jasprit Bumrah given just 1 over until 13 overs?
• The DRS decisions for wide balls and no balls. Was it worth it?

One thing this game will be remembered for is the no of records it has broken, not just in IPL but in T20 worldwide. It is the first game in the history of T20 cricket where over 500 runs were scored in a match. Also, it is the highest team total in the history of IPL, surpassing the long-standing record of 263 from RCB. The number of sixes in a T20 game is the highest, i.e., thirty-eight.

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Next, the Mumbai Indians will play against the Rajasthan Royals on 1st April in Wankhede, Mumbai. However, Sunrisers Hyderabad will face the Gujarat Titans in Narendra Modi Stadium, Gujarat, on 31st March.

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Kolkata Knight Riders Showcase a Batting Masterclass. Initially, Kolkata Knight Riders faced some early setbacks with the quick dismissals of key players like Suniel Narine, Ventakesh Iyer, and Shreyas Iyer. However, they managed to steady the ship with a composed partnership between Nitish Rana and Rinku Singh, contributing crucial runs to the scoreboard.

Kolkata Knight Riders witness a  classical Andre Russles Performance.

The highlight of Kolkata Knight Riders’ innings was undoubtedly Andre Russell’s explosive knock. With an astonishing strike rate of 256.00, Russell’s unbeaten 64 off 25 balls included a barrage of boundaries and towering sixes, propelling his team to a formidable total of 208 runs.

Many questions were raised at the previous form of Andre Russel. However, giving 2 back to back season flops, fans didn’t keep much hope coming forward this season. However, the West Indies powerhouse stepped foot inside the ropes with grit and determination in his mind. The Russel Muscle was on display in ultra HD as the game progressed. A key moment in the game occurred in the sixteenth over when Russell was caught at the long off boundary courtesy of Makram.

However, the TV umpire decided to overturn the outcome due to a bump on the ground, resulting in continuous carnage from Russle. As a result, KKR made 208 from their respective twenty overs.

Bowling Response

Sunrisers Hyderabad were on song with their Batting performance. Evidently, the Orange army went all guns blazing from the get-go. Though Mayank and Abhishek did start well, a classical performance by Heinrich Klaasen stood out for SRH. Klaasen’s fiery knock of 63 runs off 29 balls is nothing less than a match-winning performance.

Despite setting a challenging target, Kolkata Knight Riders knew they had to deliver with the ball. Led by Harshit Rana’s disciplined bowling and the impactful spells from Sunil Narine and Andre Russell, they restricted the Sunrisers to 204 runs, clinching a hard-fought victory.

In summary, Kolkata Knight Riders’ exceptional batting performance and disciplined bowling effort secured a thrilling win against Sunrisers, showcasing their prowess in the tournament.

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In the tournament, KKR, in the next game, will play along with Royal Challengers Bengaluru in Bangalore on 29th March. However, the Sunrisers Hyderabad will go head to head against Mumbai Indians at Rajeev Gandhi International Stadium on 27th March.