In a thrilling encounter at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) emerged victorious by just one run against Rajasthan Royals (RR) in the IPL 2024 match. The nail-biting finish had fans on the edge of their seats as SRH skipper Pat Cummins admitted that thoughts of a Super Over crossed his mind during the final over.
Needing to defend 12 runs off the last over, SRH faced a tense situation with only four fielders allowed outside the 30-yard circle due to a slow-over rate penalty. However, veteran fast-bowler Bhuvneshwar Kumar rose to the occasion and dismissed Rovman Powell lbw on the last ball to secure the win for SRH.
Cummins praised Bhuvneshwar’s performance, highlighting his ability to deliver six yorkers under pressure. The victory propelled SRH to fourth place in the points table, with contributions from key players like T Natarajan and Nitish Kumar Reddy, who played crucial roles with both bat and ball.
Despite a valiant effort from RR’s Yashasvi Jaiswal and Riyan Parag, who put on a 134-run partnership for the third wicket, they fell just short of the target. RR captain Sanju Samson commended SRH’s bowlers for their exceptional performance in a high-scoring game.
The match showcased the unpredictable nature of T20 cricket, with Cummins emphasizing the importance of staying focused until the last ball. The thrilling finish left fans exhilarated and eager for more action-packed encounters in the IPL 2024 season.