IPL 2025: Abhishek Sharma lit up the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 with a match-winning show that will be remembered for eternity, making 141 off just 55 balls against Punjab Kings (PBKS) in Hyderabad. His stunning innings, bolstered by 14 fours and 10 massive sixes, was made at an astronomical strike rate of 256.36 and won him global admiration from cricketing icons everywhere.
Opening the innings for Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH), Abhishek was in top gear from the start. He formed a dynamic partnership with fellow opener Travis Head, who played his part with a powerful 66 off 37 balls, including nine boundaries and three sixes. Together, the duo launched a relentless assault on the PBKS bowlers, setting the tone early and laying a rock-solid foundation for SRH’s innings.
It was the sort of performance that not only delighted the crowd but also cemented Abhishek’s name in the debate as among the brightest of the competition stars.
In a heartwarming moment after reaching his century, Abhishek held up a handwritten note that read, “This one is for Orange Army.” The gesture was later posted by Sunrisers Hyderabad’s official X handle, earning widespread love from fans.
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— SunRisers Hyderabad (@SunRisers) April 12, 2025
Abhishek Sharma | #PlayWithFire | #SRHvPBKS | #TATAIPL2025 pic.twitter.com/OaD4YQEmTT
Yuvraj Singh Applauds Abhishek Sharma’s Knock
Cricketing greats were quick to acknowledge the brilliance of the young southpaw. Former India star Yuvraj Singh took to X to share his excitement, writing,
“Wah Sharma ji ke bete! 98 pe single, phir 99 pe single! Itni maturity ha am nahi ho rahi! Great knock @IamAbhiSharma4. Well played @TravisHead24 — these openers are a treat to watch together! #SRHvsPBKS @IPL. Well played @ShreyasIyer15, great to watch as well.”
Wah sharma ji ke bete ! 98 pe single phir 99 pe single ! Itni maturity ha am nahi ho rahi 🤪 ! Great knock @IamAbhiSharma4 well played @TravisHead24 these openers are a treat to watch together ! #SRHvsPBKS @IPL well played @ShreyasIyer15 great to watch aswell
— Yuvraj Singh (@YUVSTRONG12) April 12, 2025
Sachin Tendulkar’s Compliments Abhishek Sharma’s Knock
Batting legend Sachin Tendulkar also hailed Abhishek’s shot-making and control at the crease on his official X handle,
“Abhishek’s incredible hand speed and the way he manages to get under the ball to send it miles is fantastic to watch. A knock for the ages. Keep it up!”
Abhishek’s incredible hand speed and the way he manages to get under the ball to send it miles is fantastic to watch. A knock for the ages. Keep it up! pic.twitter.com/LDqImhIsFq
— Sachin Tendulkar (@sachin_rt) April 12, 2025
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