The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 has kicked off with an electrifying battle between Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) and Rajasthan Royals (RR). This high-voltage match, played at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium in Hyderabad, saw breathtaking performances, record-breaking moments, and a gripping contest that had cricket fans on the edge of their seats.

SRH's Batting Blitz: 286/6 – Highest Team Total in IPL History

Sunrisers Hyderabad stunned the cricketing world by amassing a staggering 286/6 in their allotted 20 overs, making it the highest total ever in IPL history. The explosive innings was powered by sensational performances from:

• Ishan Kishan (108 off 49 balls) – A thunderous century that set the stage for SRH’s mammoth total.
• Heinrich Klaasen (72 off 28 balls) – A ruthless knock filled with sixes and boundaries.
• Abhishek Sharma (47 off 22 balls) – Provided a blistering start.
• Travis Head (33 off 17 balls) – Quickfire runs to keep the momentum going.

Rajasthan Royals' bowlers had no answers to SRH’s relentless attack. Even star pacers Jofra Archer and Tushar Deshpande struggled as SRH batters toyed with the bowling lineup.

RR’s Response: Jurel and Samson Lead the Fightback

Chasing a monumental 287, Rajasthan Royals showed early intent but suffered major blows with quick wickets. Despite that, Dhruv Jurel (70 off 35 balls) and Sanju Samson (65 off 38 balls) stitched a crucial 111-run partnership, giving RR a glimmer of hope. However, their dismissals in quick succession put RR on the back foot.

The RR middle order collapsed under pressure as SRH bowlers struck at regular intervals, ensuring Rajasthan Royals couldn’t mount a comeback.

SRH’s Bowling Prowess: Zampa and Harshal Shine

SRH’s bowling attack complemented their batters’ heroics with a disciplined performance. Key contributors:

• Adam Zampa (3/34) – Crucial wickets, including Dhruv Jurel at a vital stage.
• Harshal Patel (2/41) – Effective in the death overs.
• Mohammed Shami (1/29) – Economical and provided early breakthroughs.

Kavya Maran’s Ecstatic Celebration

SRH co-owner Kavya Maran was seen celebrating passionately as her team dominated the game. Her joyous reactions to key wickets and big sixes quickly went viral on social media.

Historic Milestones from the Match

✔ SRH’s 286/6 – Highest-ever IPL total.
✔ Ishan Kishan’s 108 off 49 balls – First IPL century of the season.
✔ Kavya Maran’s celebrations – A viral social media moment.
✔ Dhruv Jurel’s 70 (35) – His best IPL knock to date.

Final Verdict: SRH Start IPL 2025 with a Bang

Sunrisers Hyderabad outclassed Rajasthan Royals in every department, securing a comprehensive victory. This match will be remembered for SRH’s record-breaking batting and dominant all-round display.

Can SRH maintain their explosive form? Will RR bounce back in their next game? Stay tuned for more IPL 2025 action!