Sunrisers Hyderabad Achieve Historic Chase Against Mumbai Indians in IPL 2026
IPL 2026: Travis Head, Klaasen power SRH to fourth-highest run-chase, beat Mumbai by 6 wickets
The Economic Times
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In a thrilling IPL 2026 match, Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) chased down a target of 243 runs set by Mumbai Indians (MI) with a six-wicket victory. Travis Head scored 76 runs, and Heinrich Klaasen contributed an unbeaten 65, marking SRH's fourth-highest successful run chase in IPL history.
- 01Travis Head scored 76 runs off 30 balls, leading SRH's chase.
- 02Heinrich Klaasen finished with 65 not out, helping seal the victory.
- 03Mumbai Indians set a formidable target of 243 runs, led by Ryan Rickelton's unbeaten 123.
- 04SRH's chase of 249 runs is the fourth-highest in IPL history.
- 05MI's fielding errors, including dropped catches, proved costly in the match.
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In a high-stakes match of IPL 2026, Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) achieved a remarkable six-wicket victory over Mumbai Indians (MI) at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai, India. MI set a daunting target of 243 runs, bolstered by Ryan Rickelton's record-setting 123 not out off 55 balls, which included 10 fours and 8 sixes. However, SRH responded with an explosive batting performance, finishing at 249/4 in just 18.4 overs. Travis Head was the standout performer, scoring 76 runs off 30 balls, while Heinrich Klaasen contributed an impressive 65 not out. The match marked SRH's fourth-highest successful run chase in IPL history. Despite MI's strong start and Rickelton's record innings, SRH capitalized on MI's fielding mistakes, including several dropped catches, leading to MI's sixth defeat in eight matches this season.
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This victory boosts Sunrisers Hyderabad's morale and standings in the IPL, while Mumbai Indians face increasing pressure as they struggle with their performance this season.
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