The English pacer bowled the most expensive over in IPL history, conceding 76 runs in his four-over spell.
In SRH’s 44-run win, Kishan became the player of the match for his stunning innings.
The southpaw completed his maiden IPL ton off just 45 balls and became the third batter to hit the fastest century for SRH.
However, the impact left the RR pacer in pain with the medical team running out to check on him.
Making a debut for the Orange Army, Ishan Kishan scored an unbeaten 106 off 47 deliveries, with his inning being laced by 11 fours and six maximums.
Travis Head continued his big-hitting, scoring at a strike rate of 245.00.
For the unversed, RR stand-in skipper Riyan Parag won the toss and elected to field first.
In the 2024 edition of the T20 tournament, SRH shattered Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s (RCB) record of highest team score of 263/5 to snatch the feat.
Rajasthan Royals (RR) captain Sanju Samson has talked about his former teammates ahead of the clash against Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH).
The match between SunRisers Hyderabad and Rajasthan Royals will take place on March 23, 2025, at 3:30 P.M. at Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium in Hyderabad.
While the SRH entered the Qualifier 2 after their defeat against KKR in Qualifier 1, the RR knocked out RCB in IPL 2024 Eliminator to continue their hunt for the title.
Rajasthan Royals defeated the Sunrisers Hyderabad by 72 runs.
As Boult bowled an outside-off stump delivery, Tripathi poked at it but could only manage a thick outside edge.
According to a report, SRH has written to the Indian Premier League (IPL) officials, protesting against the third umpire’s decision.
Much to everyone’s surprise, the Royals maintained their dominance in the contest as Prasidh Krishan and Yuzvendar Chahal brought their best in the game by packing two and three of Hyderabad’s batters, respectively.
The Royals’ battings collective effort helped the side post a mammoth 210 runs as a target, and Yuzvendra Chahal and Prasidh Krishan shone with the ball to overcome the orange army.
Later, part-time spinner Riyan Parag had to complete the last over of the match.
Both Prasidh Krishna and Boult took a brace. Meanwhile, Yuzvendra Chahal starred with his three wickets in the game.
This double mistake left Twitter users surprised and they started trolling him. Users shared some funny memes.
The on-field umpire did not take a chance and referred it to the third umpire who looked convinced and gave the decision in RR’s favor.
Samad, fielding at long-on, ran 10-15 yards to his left to catch the ball heading towards the boundary ropes.
The senior pacer and usually the dependable seamer Bhuveneshwar Kumar was found guilty twice in his first two overs.
Then inaugural champions will take on SunRisers Hyderabad on Tuesday at the Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium in Pune.
Ahead of the season opener for both these sides, here are some stat-based predictions of the match.
Both teams were at the bottom of the table last season and hence would want to make amends this year.
Also in T20s, Bhuvi has joint-most wickets (75) in powerplay with David Willey.
Check out the team of the day for match number 40 between Hyderabad and Rajasthan.