In the IPL 2024, Sunrisers Hyderabad made history by securing a historic victory against Mumbai. This match witnessed the creation of several records
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Match Overview
On March 27, 2024, Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium witnessed many historic events. Hyderabad scored 277/3 runs against Mumbai Indians, surpassing the record set by Royal Challengers Bangalore of 263 runs ten years ago.
Similarly, Sunrisers Hyderabad became the first team in IPL history to score 148 runs in the first ten overs.
Mumbai also scored 246/5 runs, grabbing everyone’s attention and treating the spectators to a colourful and entertaining display of ordinary brilliance.
The key contributors to Hyderabad’s 277 runs were as follows:
- Abhishek Sharma scored 63(23) runs
- Travis Head scored 62(24) runs
- Klaasen scored 80(34) runs
- Markram scored 42(28) runs
Records Set in this Match
Previously, this record was held by Royal Challengers Bangalore. In 2013, Royal Challengers Bangalore scored 263 runs against Pune Warriors India under the captaincy of Virat Kohli. This match took place at M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bangalore.
Most Runs Scored in the First Ten Overs in IPL History:
When Sunrisers Hyderabad batted first, they achieved an unprecedented feat by scoring 148 runs in the first ten overs.
Fastest Half-Century by Abhishek Sharma:
Abhishek Sharma of Sunrisers Hyderabad became the fastest player to score a half-century for the team. He achieved this milestone in just 16 balls. Furthermore, Travis Head also completed his half-century in 18 balls during the same match. To achieve this, Klaasen faced 23 balls.
Most Sixes Hit in a T20 Match:
Both teams collectively hit a total of 38 sixes in this match, setting a new record for the most number of sixes in a T20 match.
Highest Combined Total Runs in a T20 Match:
Both teams collectively scored a total of 523 runs, which stands as the highest combined total runs scored in a T20 match.
Fastest Half-Century for Hyderabad:
Travis Head set the record for the fastest half-century for Hyderabad, achieving it in just 18 balls. However, Abhishek Sharma also made a half-century in 16 balls during the same match, setting a new record.
Mumbai Indians’ Strong Start
While trying to chase a target of 278 runs, Mumbai Indians got off to an impressive beginning by scoring 102 runs in just eight overs. Ishan Kishan and Rohit Sharma led the charge, accumulating 56 runs in just 3.2 overs.
Similarly, Tilak Verma played a vital role in Mumbai’s energetic innings, scoring 64 runs from 37 balls.
Tim David also contributed with 42 runs. However, Mumbai needed 68 runs in the last three overs. Despite losing wickets at important moments, Mumbai couldn’t reach the target, resulting in their defeat. Eventually, Hyderabad won the match against Mumbai by 31 runs.
Mumbai Indians made a strong effort to chase the given target. After a spectacular start, it seemed like Mumbai Indians would continue the chase until the final over. However, crucial wickets fell, causing Mumbai to struggle to maintain the required run rate. Eventually, they suffered a defeat by 31 runs.
Nevertheless, this match will be remembered by spectators for a long time.