The IPL 2025 season has already witnessed some tremendous moments, including nail-biting encounters and incredible performances. Some of the best games have shaped the season so far.

1. LSG vs GT: Pooran's Blistering 61 Results in Victory

One of the most thrilling encounters of the season was between the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) and the Gujarat Titans (GT). Nicholas Pooran struck 61 off 34 balls with seven sixes to lead LSG in chasing down an 181 target with three deliveries to spare. Pooran's six struck a spectator on the head during events, an injury that did not quench the fan's enthusiasm, who returned to the ground with a bandaged head to celebrate LSG's victory, a touching and viral moment. LSG's victory also ended Gujarat's four-match winning streak.

2. SRH vs PBKS: Abhishek Sharma's Record 141

In another of the day's matches, Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) won against Punjab Kings (PBKS) in a thrilling victory. Abhishek Sharma's record-shattering 141 runs powered SRH to pursue a humongous score. His pyrotechnic batting was the game pick, making it one of the highest run chases in the history of IPL and a highlight of the season.

ALSO SEE: Top matches that defined IPL 2025 so far

3. CSK vs MI: The Rivalry Continues

Chennai Super Kings (CSK) faced Mumbai Indians (MI) in a highly anticipated match that lived up to its billing. Despite MI’s strong batting, CSK’s balanced attack saw them chase down the target in a thrilling finish. The iconic rivalry once again proved to be one of the most exciting in IPL history.

4. RCB vs DC: Kohli’s Leadership Shines

RCB conquered Delhi Capitals (DC) with a fine one-wheeled ride courtesy sharp captaincy from Virat Kohli, whose tactics allowed the team to pip a tight chase and fetch them a precious win.

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5. RR vs KKR: Thriller at End of Game

Rajasthan Royals (RR) and Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) had an electrifying confrontation whose outcome hung by a hair-breadth balance in a decided last-over thrashing where the mettle of both sides was unveiled when RR turned to a riveting victory.

These have covered the way for IPL 2025, with several more to come.

The IPL 2025 season continues to deliver thrilling action as teams fiercely compete for top positions. The points table witnessed notable changes following the recent clash between Punjab Kings (PBKS) and Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH). With this impressive victory, SRH have climbed up from the bottom and now hold the eighth position. Meanwhile, PBKS have slipped down to the sixth spot, adding more intensity to the mid-table battle.

PBKS posted a massive 245/6, powered by Shreyas Iyer’s explosive 82 (36), Priyansh Arya’s 36 (13), and Stoinis’ quickfire 34* (11). Prabhsimran added 42 off 23 balls. Harshal Patel took 3 wickets for SRH. In reply, SRH chased it down in just 18.3 overs, scoring 247/2. Abhishek Sharma was the star with a breathtaking 141 off 55 balls, supported by Travis Head’s 66 (37). Klaasen and Ishan Kishan finished it off comfortably. SRH won by 8 wickets.

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Latest IPL 2025 Points Table

As of April 11, 2025, following the match between Punjab Kings (PBKS) and Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH), the updated IPL 2025 points table is as follows:

Orange & Purple Cap in IPL 2025

Orange Cap (Most Runs):

• Nicholas Pooran  - 349 Runs
• B Sai Sudharsan -329 Runs
• Mitchell Marsh - 265 Runs

Purple Cap (Most Wickets):

• Noor Ahmad  - 12 Wickets
• Shardul Thakur - 11 Wickets
• Hardik Pandya - 10 Wickets

In a nail-biting IPL 2025 encounter at Hyderabad's Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) dominated Punjab Kings (PBKS) in a high-intensity run chase in Match 27. The match, characterized by explosive batting, witnessed SRH achieve a record win, with Abhishek Sharma's brilliance taking center stage.

Punjab Kings'Innings

Electing to bat, PBKS amassed 245/6 in 20 overs. Shreyas Iyer’s aggressive 82 off 36 balls, including a 22-ball fifty, anchored the innings. Openers Priyansh Arya (36 off 13) and Prabhsimran Singh (42 off 23) blazed to a 66-run stand in four overs. Marcus Stoinis’ unbeaten 34 off 11, smashing four sixes off Mohammed Shami’s final over, propelled PBKS to their season-high total. Harshal Patel shone for SRH with 4/42, while Shami’s 0/75 proved costly.

Colossal totals!

Highest total for PBKS in IPL

262/2 vs KKR, Kolkata, 2024
245/6 vs SRH, Hyderabad, 2025
243/5 vs GT, Ahmedabad, 2025
232/2 vs RCB, Dharamsala, 2011
231/4 vs CSK, Cuttack, 2014#SRHvPBKS | #IPL2025 pic.twitter.com/YpaEheB0DA

— Cricket.com (@weRcricket) April 12, 2025

Sunrisers Hyderabad Innings

In pursuit of an intimidating 246, SRH raced to 247/2 in 18.3 overs, registering an eight-wicket victory and the second-largest IPL chase in history. Abhishek Sharma took the charge with a jaw-dropping 141 in 55 deliveries, hitting 14 fours and 10 sixes. His 40-ball century, the fifth-quickest in IPL history, shattered David Warner's SRH record (131) and earned him the Player of the Match award. Abhishek's 171-run partnership with Travis Head and 66 off 37 of Head in 12.3 overs destroyed PBKS's hopes. Heinrich Klaasen (21* off 12) and Ishan Kishan (9* off 5) put finishing touches on the chase, and Klaasen hit the winning boundary. PBKS bowlers such as Yash Thakur (0/40) and Arshdeep Singh were left shattered.

SRH CAME. SRH SAW. SRH CONQUERED. 👊🧡

The second-highest run chase in #TATAIPL history 🙌🤯

Next up on #IPLonJioStar 👉 #RRvRCB | SUN, 13th APR, 2:30 PM on Star Sports 2, Star Sports 2 Hindi & JioHotstar! pic.twitter.com/jfEAgz2Bte

— Star Sports (@StarSportsIndia) April 12, 2025

Also Read: 'Punjab ke against Punjabi ki century' - Fans react as Abhishek Sharma smashes 40 ball century against Punjab Kings in IPL 2025

Post-Match Reactions

• Pat Cummins (SRH Captain): Cummins appreciated Abhishek Sharma's incredible knock and conceded bowling was challenging on a wicket where slower balls did not play. He pointed out the composed mindset in the chase and acknowledged the crowd for their unbelievable support.
• Abhishek Sharma (Player of the Match): Abhishek attributed the team and captain for the support they provided him during his lean period. He adjusted his game wisely and averred that his family's presence was fortuitous. He appreciated Yuvraj Singh and Suryakumar Yadav for their support and was delighted to assist in ending the losing streak.

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• Shreyas Iyer (PBKS Captain): Iyer was taken aback by the ease of the pursuit and felt PBKS lost crucial opportunities. He complimented Abhishek's performance and conceded Lockie Ferguson's injury was a blow but added the team has to improve.
• Travis Head (SRH): Head labeled it a special victory and stated he and Abhishek remained true to what had worked for them the previous year. He stressed being calm and choosing the right moments while also admitting that a touch of luck didn't hurt.

Sunrisers Hyderabad vs Punjab Kings Match Scorecard

Kings Innings (245/6 in 20 Overs)

Sunrisers Innings (247/2 in 18.3 Overs)

In a thrilling IPL 2025 match at Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Hyderabad, Sunrisers Hyderabad's Punjabi pride, Abhishek Sharma, absolutely demolished Punjab Kings with an incredible 40-ball hundred. The left-handed opener's monstrous innings consisted of 10 fours and 7 sixes, mesmerizing the fans and creating a frenzy on social media and fan interactions; it became known as "Punjab ke against Punjabi ki century." Chasing an intimidating 246, Abhishek's barrage propelled SRH to a remarkable win, resurrecting their season in style.

The Amritsar player, 24, demonstrated his aggressive batting from the beginning, confronting Punjab's strong bowling arsenal with fearless shots. Accompanied by Travis Head, who added a swift 68, Abhishek tore apart the likes of Arshdeep Singh and Lockie Ferguson. His knack for spotting gaps and hitting boundaries at will turned the match in SRH's favor, taking the 100-run partnership to just eight overs. When he completed his century, the crowd was on its feet, applauding a knock that combined raw power with impeccable timing.

Abhishek Sharma's heartfelt celebration after scoring 40-ball 100 against PBKS

Watch 👉 https://t.co/zksGtRtgfq pic.twitter.com/tYYXgeCbOV

— CricTracker (@Cricketracker) April 12, 2025

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Social media went into overdrive with admiration, with fans pointing out the irony of a Punjabi batsman taking Punjab Kings apart. X posts reflected the mood, with one fan commenting, "Abhishek Sharma is a monster! A 40-ball ton against PBKS—talk about owning your roots"! His strike rate of more than 250 highlighted his dominance, and it was one of the quickest IPL centuries in history.

In spite of Punjab Kings' imposing overall, thanks to Priyansh Arya's 32 off 16 and Shreyas Iyer's gritty 48, they could not do anything against Abhishek's destruction.

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A Game-Changing Knock for SRH

Not only was this century a career-defining moment for Abhishek, but it also proved to be a lifeline to SRH, who so far had battled for consistency in the season. Throughout the innings, Abhishek silenced the skeptics and showed (yet again) the reason why he is one of the cornerstones of the SRH batting unit. While this provided SRH with a positive step forward on the points table, it also set a fresh standard for aggressive batting in IPL 2025 by the time Abhishek finished. We, and SRH fans, look forward to seeing him again.

The 24-year-old Sri Lankan right-arm fast bowler Eshan Malinga made his IPL debut on Saturday evening (April 12), when his team SunRisers Hyderabad were hosting in-form Punjab Kings. Eshan impressed on his first outing in the IPL, while his team was struggling heavily. 

While SRH bowlers were thrashed in the powerplay, Eshan Malinga controlled the game impressively on his IPL debut. He started to bowl in the first over after the powerplay, while Punjab Kings were batting at 89/1. In his first over, Eshan conceded only three runs and took the wicket of dangerous-looking opener Prabhsimran Singh, who scored 42 off 23 balls with seven fours and one six. 

In his second over, despite conceding two sixes, Eshan wasn’t very bad. The Sri Lankan pacer started his new spell in the 14th over of the innings, where he luckily got a wicket of Nehal Wadhera (27 runs in 22 balls) after conceding a four. In his final over, which was the 17th over of the innings, Eshan conceded four fours, including in the last three deliveries. He ended with the bowling figures of 4-0-45-2.

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Who is Eshan Malinga?

Eshan Malinga is a Sri Lankan right-arm fast-medium bowler who was born on February 4, 2001. He has already made his international debut, as he has played five ODIs for Sri Lanka. While he has taken four ODI wickets, he picked up three wickets (3/35) against New Zealand in the Auckland ODI last January. It was his third ODI, and Sri Lanka won that match by 140 runs after bundling out New Zealand for only 150 runs. 

Eshan has played 16 first-class matches, 17 List A games, and 16 T20s, where he picked up 39, 24, and 17 wickets, respectively.

Eshan Malinga already experienced SA20

Eshan serves for the Ragama Cricket Club in his domestic career. He played one match in the Lanka Premier League 2024 for Jaffna Kings. In the SA20 2024-25, he played for Paarl Royals, where he took four wickets in three matches. 

IPL 2025 auction: Eshan Malinga's winning bid price

In the IPL 2025 mega auction, SunRisers Hyderabad won Eshan’s bid for INR 1.20 crore, while his base price was INR 30 lakh. 

In a nail-biting match at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Hyderabad, in the IPL 2025 match between Punjab Kings (PBKS) and Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH), Abhishek Sharma grabbed a golden chance to change the fortunes of his team. With a challenging target of 246 set by PBKS, SRH required a blazing start, and Sharma provided it with a piece of brilliance that left the spectators on the edge of their seats. A no-ball by PBKS bowler Yash Thakur in the third over gave Sharma a free hit, which he used to devastating effect with a towering six, the ball going high into the stands and setting off the SRH pursuit.

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The game started with PBKS setting up a gigantic 245/6, driven by captain Shreyas Iyer's fiery 82 off 36 balls and a scorching opening partnership of 50 runs in a mere three overs from Priyansh Arya and Prabhsimran Singh. SRH, stuck at the lowest rung of the points table with just a single victory from five matches, was under immense pressure. But then SRH openers Abhishek Sharma and Travis Head counterattacked in style, unleashing 83 runs during the powerplay. Sharma's big-hitting prowess was on full display when he smashed four boundaries off a single over from Marco Jansen and set the stage for SRH's thriller chase.

A wicket on the no ball.

Abhishek Sharma makes it out with a six on the free hit. 🌟pic.twitter.com/Stj4yPcU25

— Mufaddal Vohra (@mufaddal_vohra) April 12, 2025

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The no-ball was at a pivotal moment, with SRH getting to 50 runs in no time. Thakur erred in his execution to give Sharma a free run, and the left-hander did not hesitate to line up the fuller delivery and sent it over mid-wicket for an enormous six. This not only gave some momentum back to SRH but also exhibited Sharma's ability to take advantage of loose deliveries when they matter. Even if he had a humble 51 runs from five innings before this match, this knock was a possible sign of resurgence for the flamboyant opener.

SRH’s Road Ahead

The Path Forward for SRH With SRH's batting finally firing, the team will look to carry on this explosive start. Sharma's fireworks, combined with Head's steady hitting, bring some optimism to their IPL 2025 season. The SRH team will look to repeat this cavalier style of play to move up the points table against a formidable PBKS side, which will feature Iyer and Marcus Stoinis.

The IPL 2025 match between Punjab Kings (PBKS) and Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium produced a moment of sheer comedy, thanks to SRH's Ishan Kishan. While fielding close to the boundary, Kishan lost the ball in a side-splitting mishap that left players and spectators in stitches. The incident, which happened during the 27th game of the season, soon became a viral sensation, highlighting the lighter side of cricket.

When the ball hurtled towards the boundary, Kishan rushed to catch it to save SRH some runs. But the white cricket ball fell on a sponsor mat close to the boundary, which was painted white with white writing on it. Kishan, clearly taken aback, stared everywhere wildly, with no idea where the ball had fallen, even though it was only a couple of feet away. The stadium's signage boards, one of which was for "Willow," framed the scene as the crowd laughed. The moment underscored how even little things, such as the sponsorship mat design, can pose surprising issues on the field.

Typical of SRH batters problems, Ishan Kishan could not spot the ball!#IPL2025pic.twitter.com/OWpCWuwXjZ

— Nikhil 🏏 (@CricCrazyNIKS) April 12, 2025

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Kishan's error occurred in a game that was of critical importance to SRH, who were trying to defend a fighting total against a formidable Punjab Kings team. SRH under Pat Cummins has had a patchy season, with a poor batting effort in the Powerplay and a wobbly pace attack. Punjab Kings, under captain Shreyas Iyer, were trying to take advantage of SRH's weaknesses with their well-balanced team featuring Glenn Maxwell and Arshdeep Singh.

Ishan Kishan has shown blowing hot and cold

Despite a recent fielding lapse, Ishan Kishan continues to shine as one of Sunrisers Hyderabad’s top performers in IPL 2025. The explosive wicketkeeper-batter has played 6 matches so far, scoring 127 runs at an impressive strike rate of 176.38. His highest score this season is a brilliant unbeaten 106*, showcasing his ability to dominate bowling attacks. With an average of 31.75, one century, 13 fours, and 6 sixes to his name, Kishan’s aggressive style has been a major asset for SRH.

 Supported by the team’s management, he has formed a strong core in the batting lineup alongside Travis Head and Heinrich Klaasen. While his recent on-field confusion added a light-hearted moment to the season, Kishan’s current form and experience make it likely he’ll bounce back swiftly as SRH pushes to stay competitive in the tournament.

Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) will play against Gujarat Titans(GT) in the  twenty-seventh match of IPL 2025 at the Rajiv Gandhi Stadium in Hyderabad. SRH came close to winning the title last season but finished as runners-up, while Punjab Kings (PBKS) just missed the playoffs.

Impact Players: Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH)

Sachin Baby: A supportive batter who can step in if SRH loses early wickets while batting first.

 
Adam Zampa: A skilled spinner who can be used when SRH bowls second, especially if the pitch helps spinners. He has 117 wickets in 95 T20Is. In the last match against RR, he took 1 wicket in four overs economy of 12.00.

Simarjeet Singh: An extra bowling option in the second innings, he can beat the batsmen with his pace, and in crucial times he can make an impact with his bowling. In the last match against CSK, he bowled four overs conceding 39 runs with one wicket.

 
Wiaan Mulder: An all-rounder who can add batting depth in the first innings and promising with the ball later.

 
Eshan Malinga: A pacer who can swing the new ball and be a good option in the second innings if the pitch favors fast bowlers.

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Impact Players: Punjab Kings (PBKS)

 Suryansh Shegde: An all-rounder has played 9 T20 matches, As a batter, they have scored 131 runs in 9 innings at a good strike rate of 251.92 and an average of 43.67. In Bowling, he took 8 wickets in 9 innings, with their best performance being 2/11. 

Nehal Wadhera: A left-handed batter who played 20 IPL matches and batted in 16 innings, scoring 350 runs at a strike rate of 140.00 and an average of 23.33. Their ability to find the boundary often makes them a valuable asset to the team, likely playing a middle-order role. match against LSG in IPL 2025, Last time he played against CSK he scored 9 runs in 7 balls.

Vyshak Vijaykumar:  The last time he played for RCB, an extra bowling option was in the second innings. In the last match against GT, he bowled 4 overs conceding 28 runs without any wicket.

Yash Ravisingh Thakur- The last time he played for LSG, an extra bowling option was in the second innings. In the last match against CSK, he bowled 4 overs conceding 39 runs with one wicket.

Priyansh Arya: A Promising all-rounder has played 28 T20 matches, batting in all 28 innings and scoring 1,181 runs at an impressive strike rate of 181.69 and an average of 45.42. His powerful hitting helps the second innings if batting conditions are good and he can bowl some magical spin if the team needs it. Last time he played against CSK he scored 103 runs in 42 balls.

In the 27th match of the IPL 2025, SunRisers Hyderabad vs Punjab Kings (SRH vs PBKS) has been scheduled for Saturday evening (April 12) at Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Uppal, Hyderabad. 

SRH are in the 10th or last place in the IPL 2025 points table with only two points after five matches (one win and four losses), and PBKS are in the fifth place with six points after four games (three wins and one loss). 

Both SRH batters and bowlers are deeply struggling as the team's confidence has been shaken with the recent big defeats. On the other hand, Punjab Kings have shown their dominant attitude in most aspects in the early period of the tournament. 

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IPL 2025, Match 27: SRH vs PBKS - Detailed Match Preview

Match Type: League

Match No: 27

Match: SunRisers Hyderabad vs Punjab Kings (SRH vs PBKS)

Venue: Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Uppal, Hyderabad

Match Date (Day): April 12, 2025 (Saturday)

Official Toss Time: 19:00 local time

Official Match Start Time: 19:30 local time

IPL 2025, Match 27: SRH vs PBKS - Venue Stats

Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium (Uppal, Hyderabad) is ready to host its fourth match of the IPL 2025. While SRH won the first match by 44 runs after scoring 286/6 against Rajasthan Royals, which was the second highest IPL total, the next two schedules ended with comfortable defending results against SRH.

• Only one among the last five IPL matches at this venue experienced a successful defending result. 

IPL 2025, Match 27: SRH vs PBKS - Head-to-Head

• SunRisers Hyderabad have been unbeaten against Punjab Kings at Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium (Uppal, Hyderabad) since 2015. After the formerly known Kings XI Punjab beat the hosts SRH in 2014, SRH won all their last seven meetings at this venue. 
• SRH won all the last three overall matches against PBKS. 
• Only two of their last seven overall meetings experienced successful defending results, with the records of a 5-run win and a 2-run win. 

The SunRisers Hyderabad vs Punjab Kings (SRH vs PBKS) match will be played in the 27th match of the IPL 2025. Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium (Uppal, Hyderabad) will host it on Saturday evening (April 12).

Last-placed SunRisers Hyderabad have only two points after five matches with one win and four losses. After starting this season with the second-highest IPL total (286/6) and a 44-run win against Rajasthan Royals, SRH suffered four straight defeats against Lucknow Super Giants (by 5 wickets), Delhi Capitals (by 7 wickets), defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders (by 80 runs), and Gujarat Titans (by 7 wickets).

Meanwhile, Punjab Kings have six points after four matches with three wins and one defeat. Apart from losing against Rajasthan Royals by 50 runs, PBKS recorded three strong wins against Gujarat Titans (by 11 runs), Lucknow Super Giants (by 8 wickets), and Chennai Super Kings (by 18 runs).

See Also: IPL 2025: SRH vs PBKS - A Head-to-Head breakdown

IPL 2025, Match 27: SRH vs PBKS - Playing XIs Status

SRH have many issues in the squad, and we will not be shocked if we experience some big changes in the playing XI. Experienced left-arm pacer Jaydev Unadkat should stay in the team, who replaced injured Harshal Patel in the previous game and bowled two overs. Adam Zampa’s inclusion seems now necessary for the franchise. 

Australian cricketer Marcus Stoinis is the major weak link in the PBKS side, and the Afghan all-rounder Azmatullah Omarzai can be a stronger alternative option for the franchise. 

IPL 2025, Match 27: SRH vs PBKS Probable Playing XI

SunRisers Hyderabad Predicted Playing XI: Travis Head, Abhishek Sharma, Ishan Kishan, Kamindu Mendis/Adam Zampa, Heinrich Klaasen (wk), Nitish Kumar Reddy, Aniket Verma, Zeeshan Ansari, Pat Cummins (Captain), Mohammed Shami, Harshal Patel/Jaydev Unadkat

Punjab Kings Predicted Playing XI: Prabhsimran Singh, Priyansh Arya/Yuzvendra Chahal (Impact Players Sub), Shreyas Iyer (Captain), Glenn Maxwell, Azmatullah Omarzai/Marcus Stoinis, Nehal Wadhera, Shashank Singh, Marco Jansen, Lockie Ferguson, Yash Thakur, Arshdeep Singh