Lucknow: In one of the most electrifying match 65 of the Indian Premier League 2025 season, Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) delivered a commanding performance to defeat Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) by 42 runs at the Ekana Cricket Stadium B Ground on 23 May 2025. Coming into the 65th match of the league stage, both teams were vying for a stronger position on the points table, but it was SRH who stole the show with a clinical all-round display.
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Batting first, SRH posted a formidable total of 231/6 in their 20 overs, powered by a scintillating knock of 94 runs off 48 balls by Ishan Kishan, who anchored the innings with poise and aggression. Ably supported by explosive cameos from Abhishek Sharma and Aniket Verma, Hyderabad set a daunting target. Despite valiant efforts from Phil Salt and Virat Kohli, RCB’s chase faltered under scoreboard pressure, as SRH bowlers led by Pat Cummins and Eshan Malinga tightened their grip and ensured a dominant finish for the orange army.
🏏 Match Summary:
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Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH): 231/6 (20 overs) -
Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB): 189 (19.5 overs)
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Result: SRH won by 42 runs
Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH): 231/6 (20 overs)The high-octane clash between Sunrisers Hyderabad and Royal Challengers Bangalore ended with SRH registering a commanding 42-run win at the Ekana Cricket Stadium B Ground. With this victory, SRH continued their strong run in the tournament.
🔶 Sunrisers Hyderabad Batting Highlights:
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Ishan Kishan – 🔥 94 (48 balls)
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Anchored the innings with aggressive strokeplay, narrowly missing out on a century.
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Abhishek Sharma – 34 (17 balls)
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Gave a blistering start and built early momentum.
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Aniket Verma – 26 (9 balls)
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Provided a fiery finish in the death overs.
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🔸 Royal Challengers Bowling Performances:
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Romario Shepherd – 2/14 (2 overs)
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Economical and impactful in his short spell.
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Krunal Pandya – 1/38 (4 overs)
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Took a crucial wicket but was expensive.
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Bhuvneshwar Kumar – 1/43 (4 overs)
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Struggled to contain the flow of runs despite a breakthrough.
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🔴 Royal Challengers Bangalore Batting Highlights:
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Phil Salt – 62 (32 balls)
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Blazed away at the top to keep RCB in the chase.
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Virat Kohli – 43 (25 balls)
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Played a classic knock but lacked support to finish strong.
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Jitesh Sharma – 24 (15 balls)
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Tried to revive the innings in the middle order.
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🔹 Sunrisers Bowling Excellence:
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Pat Cummins – 3/28 (4 overs)
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Led from the front with a match-defining spell.
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Eshan Malinga – 2/37 (4 overs)
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Mixed pace cleverly to control the middle overs.
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Nitish Kumar Reddy – 1/13 (2 overs)
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Kept things tight in a pressure situation.
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✅ Match Result:
SRH won by 42 runs
📊 Match 65 of 74 in IPL 2025
Conclusion:
The 42-run victory not only reinforced Sunrisers Hyderabad’s reputation as one of the most consistent sides this IPL season but also served as a statement of intent heading into the final stages of the tournament. Their balanced blend of explosive batting and disciplined bowling was on full display, with Ishan Kishan’s near-century and Cummins’ lethal spell playing pivotal roles. On the other hand, Royal Challengers Bangalore were left ruing their inconsistent middle-order and inability to capitalise on a strong start from their top order.
While the likes of Salt and Kohli showed promise, the lack of partnerships and a steep required run rate proved too much. As the playoff race intensifies, SRH’s emphatic win provides them momentum and confidence, while RCB faces the challenge of regrouping and correcting course swiftly. The encounter was a fitting testament to the high-octane drama that the IPL consistently delivers—filled with star power, individual brilliance, and team strategy unfolding in real time.
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