n Match 31 of IPL 2026, the Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) are currently in the midst of a batting masterclass against the Delhi Capitals (DC) at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium. The first innings has been dominated by a breathtaking performance from Abhishek Sharma, who has already notched his second career IPL century.
Reaching the triple-figure mark in just 47 deliveries, the young left-hander has decimated the Delhi bowling attack with a mix of surgical precision and sheer aggression. His knock has been the centerpiece of a high-octane Hyderabad innings that has kept the home crowd in a state of constant celebration.
From the moment the coin landed in favor of Delhi Capitals, who opted to bowl first, Abhishek looked determined to take control. He began his onslaught early, ensuring SRH made the most of the powerplay. Despite losing his opening partner Travis Head for 37, Abhishek remained unfazed, finding another steady ally in Ishan Kishan.
The best moment of his innings came in the 15th over, when he hit two sixes in a row off Nitish Rana to complete his century. He celebrated in his usual style, and the Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket Stadium crowd cheered loudly.
Here are some twitter reactions:
Abhishek Sharma completed his century with a six and celebrated in style 💯🏏🔥#SRHvsDC pic.twitter.com/ugo1dJT3ib
— Rumi साहब (@Mahsar_khan) April 21, 2026
Kavya Maran in the stands, clapping after back-to-back sixes from Abhishek Sharma 🔥👏🧡🏏#SRHvsDC #IPL2026 #SRH #AbhishekSharma #IPLTalks #CricketTwitter pic.twitter.com/ctW6kHL8aL
— Rushikesh Vadolkar (@RVadolkar) April 21, 2026
– Abhishek Sharma the Orange Cap holder.
– Sanju Samson continue scoring for CSK.
– Tilak Varma Scoring hundred vs GT
– Rinku Singh finishing game for KKR.
– Ishan Kishan batting well with fabulous captaincy.– Finally T20 World Cup 2026 Winners doing well in IPL. pic.twitter.com/rWQ5l1hK0S
— Cricket Central (@CricketCentrl) April 21, 2026
ABHISHEK SHARMA IS NOW THE LEADING RUN-SCORER IN THE INDIAN PREMIER LEAGUE 2026 🧡🔥 pic.twitter.com/twnINUEQ0C
— Faruk🐦 (@uf2151593) April 21, 2026
ABHISHEK SHARMA IS IN A LEAGUE OF HIS OWN!
The DC bowlers had no answers as Abhishek Sharma just unleashed pure carnage in Delhi! 💥 A breathtaking century off just 47 balls—his SECOND of the season. This isn't just batting; it's a demolition derby! pic.twitter.com/3rEKe0dwy5
— Jadav Dasharath (@JadavDasharathP) April 21, 2026
Abhishek Sharma is finally found his form this season, scored 3 fifties & all of them are at over 200 strike rate & now is in list of top 5 run getters.
Agarkar's headache for opening will be huge – Arya, Suryavanshi, Samson, Abhishek, Ishan, Prabh, uff! pic.twitter.com/R4VpZdYoSv
— Rajiv (@Rajiv1841) April 21, 2026
ABHISHEK SHARMA HIS SECOND IPL CENTURY! 🔥#SRHvsDC pic.twitter.com/UP8SNsMsIh
— PowerStarBattleBorn🔥🔥 (@PReddy66132) April 21, 2026
Abhishek Smashes 128* as Klaasen Joins for Big Finish
As the innings enters its final stages, Abhishek continues to pile on the misery for the visitors. He is currently batting on an incredible 128 off 63 balls*, featuring 10 massive sixes and 9 boundaries. Following the departure of Ishan Kishan (25), the dangerous Heinrich Klaasen has joined him in the middle to provide a frantic finish.
With SRH already crossing the 200-run mark with over two overs still to spare, the team is eyeing a massive total that could potentially set a new season high. The Delhi Capitals’ bowlers, including stars like Kuldeep Yadav and Axar Patel, have struggled to find a breakthrough or contain the flow of runs on a flat Hyderabad track.
While Axar Patel managed to pick up the wicket of Travis Head, the rest of the attack has conceded runs at an economy of nearly 12 per over. As the first innings nears its conclusion, all eyes remain on Abhishek Sharma to see just how many more he can add to his tally and whether SRH can push their total beyond the 230-run mark.
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