Abhishek Sharma's 135* Leads Sunrisers Hyderabad to Dominant Victory Over Delhi Capitals
IPL 2026 - Abhishek Sharma's 135* blows Delhi Capitals away
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Abhishek Sharma scored an impressive 135 not out, guiding Sunrisers Hyderabad to a total of 242 runs, defeating Delhi Capitals by 47 runs in the IPL 2026 match. This performance marked Abhishek's ninth T20 century, equaling Virat Kohli's record for the most by an Indian.
- 01Abhishek Sharma scored 135* off 68 balls, marking his ninth T20 century.
- 02Sunrisers Hyderabad set a target of 242 runs, winning by 47 runs.
- 03Eshan Malinga took 4 wickets for 32 runs, leading the bowling attack.
- 04Delhi Capitals struggled, with Nitish Rana top-scoring at 57 runs.
- 05Abhishek equaled his record for most sixes in an innings for SRH with 10.
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In a commanding performance, Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) defeated Delhi Capitals (DC) by 47 runs in their IPL 2026 match. Abhishek Sharma delivered a stellar innings, scoring 135 not out off 68 balls, marking his ninth T20 century and tying him with Virat Kohli for the most centuries by an Indian. SRH posted a formidable total of 242 for 2, bolstered by contributions from Heinrich Klaasen and Ishan Kishan. On the bowling front, Eshan Malinga excelled with 4 wickets for 32 runs, while Harsh Dubey claimed 3 wickets in the final over. Despite a valiant effort from DC's Nitish Rana, who scored 57 runs, they fell short, ending their innings at 195 for 9. This victory positions SRH level with Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Rajasthan Royals in the standings, though the latter two have a game in hand.
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This victory boosts Sunrisers Hyderabad's position in the IPL standings, increasing their chances of qualifying for the playoffs.
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