New Delhi: As the 18th edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL 2025) approaches, Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) conducted an intra-squad match to fine-tune their preparations. The game was played between SRH A and SRH B teams, and it witnessed some explosive batting performances. The highlight of the match was Ishan Kishan’s sensational innings, where he smashed a half-century in just 16 balls. Abhishek Sharma also played a quick and impactful knock of 28 runs, reaffirming SRH’s reputation as a batting powerhouse. Last season, SRH’s aggressive batting instilled fear in their opponents, taking them to the final, where they ultimately lost to Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR). The team is further strengthened by the presence of Travis Head, although he has not yet joined the squad.

Ishan Kishan’s Batting Blitz in Intra-Squad Match

Ishan Kishan showcased his explosive form by smashing 64 runs off just 23 balls in his first innings. He reached his half-century in just 15 balls, finishing it off in style with a six. His performance indicates that he is in top form ahead of IPL 2025. The left-handed wicketkeeper-batter, who previously played for Mumbai Indians, was bought by Sunrisers Hyderabad for a whopping ₹11.25 crore in the IPL 2025 auction.

Interestingly, after his fiery 64-run knock for Team A, Ishan Kishan also batted for Team B, where he once again displayed his batting prowess. This time, he remained unbeaten on 70 runs off 30 balls, reaching his fifty in just 21 deliveries. His dominant display in both innings signals a strong start for SRH’s campaign this season.

Abhishek Sharma’s Quickfire 28 & Aniket Verma’s Impressive Knock

Abhishek Sharma, who had a stellar partnership with Travis Head in the previous IPL season, continued his aggressive approach. In the intra-squad match, he played a brisk 28-run innings off just 9 balls, showcasing his ability to accelerate the scoring rate.

Another player who grabbed attention was Aniket Verma. The young batter played an outstanding knock, scoring 46 runs off just 17 balls, proving his potential as a key asset for the team. SRH secured Aniket Verma in the auction for ₹30 lakh, and his performance in the practice match suggests that he could be a valuable addition.

With power-packed performances from key players, Sunrisers Hyderabad’s batting lineup looks formidable ahead of IPL 2025. Fans can expect some explosive cricket from the team this season