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Abhishek Sharma smashes fastest fifty by Sunrisers Hyderabad batter in IPL 2026 match against Chennai Super Kings
- On Saturday, Sunrisers Hyderabad posted 194/9 against Chennai Super Kings at Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, powered by opener Abhishek Sharma's record-breaking 15-ball fifty. The performance set a new benchmark for the fastest half-century in SRH's Indian Premier League history.
- Abhishek finished with 59 runs off 22 deliveries, crossing the 2,000-run milestone in his 83rd Indian Premier League appearance. His aggressive knock included 44 runs from boundaries via five fours and four sixes.
- Bowling for CSK, Jamie Overton took 3/37 and Anshul Kamboj added 3/22 to restrict the scoring. Mukesh Choudhary contributed two crucial wickets, dismissing set batters in successive deliveries during the sixth over.
- Heinrich Klaasen anchored the middle order with 59 off 39 balls, including six fours and two sixes. His contribution helped SRH reach 177/5 after 17 overs before falling in the 18th over.
- Sunrisers Hyderabad managed a competitive 194/9 despite CSK's disciplined bowling attack keeping the total within reach. Abhishek has accumulated 179 runs in six matches this season, continuing to play a pivotal role for his side.
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Abhishek Sharma set a new record by scoring a half-century in 15 balls against CSK in IPL 2026, equaling Vaibhav Suryavanshi's record. This is also the fastest fifty in SRH history. Although his performance has been inconsistent this season, this innings is a prime example of his explosive batting.
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Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) posted a competitive total of 194/9 after a blazing start powered by Abhishek Sharma's record-breaking fifty against the Chennai Super Kings in their high-voltage Southern Derby clash at the ongoing Indian Premier League 2026 season.
Abhishek Sharma Hits Fastest Fifty For SRH in Indian Premier League History, Achieves Feat During IPL 2026 Match Against CSK | 🏏 LatestLY
Facing Chennai Super Kings at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, the opener reached fifty in just 15 deliveries, eclipsing his previous 16-ball record from 2024. 🏏 Abhishek Sharma Hits Fastest Fifty For SRH in Indian Premier League History, Achieves Feat During IPL 2026 Match Against CSK.
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