The Lucknow Super Giants, led by KL Rahul, faced a crushing defeat against SunRisers Hyderabad in IPL 2024. SRH, propelled by openers Travis Head and Abhishek Sharma, effortlessly chased down a target of 166 runs in just 9.4 overs. This remarkable feat marked the quickest successful chase of 100+ targets in IPL history, with SRH’s score of 167/0 in 9.4 overs also setting a record for the highest score in the first 10 overs of the tournament.
KL Rahul expressed his dismay after the loss, stating, “I am at a loss for words.” Following the match, Rahul engaged in an intense conversation with Lucknow Super Giants owner Sanjiv Goenka, captured by broadcasters with the caption: “Animated reactions from LSG camp.”
SRH’s Abhishek Sharma credited his opening partner Travis Head for their resounding 10-wicket victory over LSG. Sharma’s unbeaten 78-run innings from just 28 balls, at a strike rate of 267.86, included 8 fours and 6 sixes.
Acknowledging Head’s contribution, Sharma revealed that the Sunrisers bowlers advised the batters during the inning break about the pitch favoring batting. He expressed gratitude to Yuvraj Singh, Brian Lara, and his father for their support.
Sharma attributed their success to Head’s aggressive approach against the bowlers, relieving pressure from the team. Despite initial doubts about the pitch, Sharma and Head’s partnership showcased their hard work and determination, reflecting Sharma’s gratitude towards his mentors and family.
