Abhishek Sharma's Century Leads SRH to Victory Over DC in IPL 2026
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In a thrilling IPL 2026 match, Abhishek Sharma scored a remarkable 135 runs, leading Sunrisers Hyderabad to a commanding victory over Delhi Capitals with a total of 242 runs. Eshan Malinga's impressive bowling performance, taking 4 wickets, further solidified SRH's position in the tournament standings.
- 01Abhishek Sharma scored 135 runs, marking his ninth T20 century.
- 02Eshan Malinga took 4 wickets, boosting his position among the top wicket-takers.
- 03SRH's total of 242 runs is a significant contribution to their points table standing.
- 04Abhishek's performance ties him with Virat Kohli for the most T20 hundreds among Indian batters.
- 05The match impacts the Orange and Purple Cap races in IPL 2026.
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In a dominant display, Abhishek Sharma scored 135 runs off 68 balls, leading Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) to a total of 242 for 2 against Delhi Capitals (DC) in IPL 2026. This performance marks Sharma's ninth T20 century, tying him with Virat Kohli for the most T20 hundreds among Indian batters. Eshan Malinga also shone with the ball, taking 4 wickets for 32 runs, elevating him to joint-second in the highest wicket-takers list with 12 wickets this season. The victory places SRH in joint-second on the points table, showcasing their strong performance this season. The match significantly impacts both the Orange Cap and Purple Cap standings, with Sharma's impressive run tally of 323 runs from seven innings at a strike rate of 215.33.
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This match enhances the competitive landscape of IPL 2026, affecting team standings and individual player accolades.
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