SunRisers Hyderabad CEO Kavya Maran was once again the happiest person as her team registered a six-wicket win over the defending champions Chennai Super Kings in the IPL 2024 clash at Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium (Uppal Stadium) in Hyderabad on Friday, April 5.
With a target of 166, SunRisers Hyderabad chased it down with 1.1 overs to spare. Abhishek Sharma was brutal with his willow as he smacked 37 off 12 bakks at an impressive strike rate 308.33. Aiden Markram stepped up for the team and played a knock of 50 off 36 balls. Opener Travis Head was at his best as he scored 31 off 24 balls.
The Hyderabad crowd erupted in joy after SunRisers Hyderabad registered their second win of the ongoing IPL season. As soon as SRH wrapped up the match in 18.5 overs, the camera immediately panned towards Kavya Maran, who was seen celebrating the team's thumping victory with jubilation. The video of the same went viral on social media.
Kavya Maran always present at the stadium wherever the team plays in the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL). The camera would often focus on her either during the SRH's fall of wicket or an onslaught by a player. During the match against Mumbai Indians, SunRisers Hyderabad skipper Pat Cummins picked a crucial wicket of Rohit Sharma and Kavya Maran was jumping in joy in the VIP stands.
SunRisers Hyderabad have had a moderate outing in the ongoing IPL season with two wins and as many losses. They are currently on the fourth position with four points in the points table. Under the new leadership of Pat Cummins recorded wins against Mumbai Indians and Chennai Super Kings, both five-time IPL champions while they lost to Kolkata Knight Riders and Gujarat Titans.
'Shivam was hitting it well against the spin': Pat Cummins
SunRisers Hyderabad skipper Pat Cummins didn't shy away from appreciating Chennai Super Kings all-rounder Shivam Dube's batting approach against spin bowling. He also lauded openers Abhishek Sharma and Travis Head for setting the tone for the victory.
"Different soil. Slowed up a little bit as the game went on. Shivam was hitting it well against the spin. Thought we'll take a chance with off-cutters. First thing is always to get the points. Wouldn't want to be bowling to him (Abhishek) and Trav Head at the top." Cummins said.
Abhishek began his onslaught from the start. In the 2nd over of SRH's run-chase, the 23-year-old smashed 27 runs, including 3 sixes and 2 fours off Mukesh Chowdhary.
SunRisers Hyderabad will play their next match against Punjab Kings PCA IS Bindra Stadium in Mohali on Tuesday, April 9.
