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Sunrisers Hyderabad<\/strong> produced a batting masterclass at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Uppal, as they defeated Delhi Capitals<\/strong> by 47 runs in Match 31 of the Indian Premier League 2026<\/strong>. After being put in to bat, SRH piled up a massive total of 242\/2, riding on a sensational century from Abhishek Sharma<\/strong><\/a>. In reply, Delhi Capitals fought hard but were restricted to 195\/9, falling well short despite a few promising contributions.<\/p>\n Sunrisers Hyderabad\u2019s innings was built around a breathtaking knock from Abhishek, who smashed 135 runs off just 68 balls, laced with 10 fours and 10 sixes. He dominated the Delhi Capitals bowlers from the outset, finding boundaries with ease and accelerating brilliantly in the middle overs.<\/p>\n Travis Head<\/strong> provided solid support at the top with 37 off 26 balls, ensuring SRH got off to a strong start. Later, Ishan Kishan<\/strong> added quick runs with a 25 off 13 deliveries, maintaining the momentum. However, the most destructive phase came at the death, when Heinrich Klaasen<\/strong> unleashed a brutal assault, scoring 37 off just 13 balls, including three fours and three sixes.<\/p>\n Delhi Capitals struggled to contain the flow of runs, with none of their bowlers able to make a significant impact. Axar Patel<\/strong> was the only wicket-taker, finishing with 1\/23 in his two overs, while the rest of the attack proved expensive as SRH crossed the 240 mark comfortably.<\/p>\n Chasing a daunting 243, Delhi Capitals needed a strong start but lost Pathum Nissanka<\/strong> early. KL Rahul<\/strong><\/a> tried to stabilize the innings with a brisk 37 off 23 balls, hitting three sixes, but the required rate kept climbing. Nitish Rana<\/strong> emerged as the standout performer for DC, playing a counter-attacking knock of 57 off just 30 balls, including seven fours and three sixes. Sameer Rizvi<\/strong> also contributed with a steady 41 off 28 balls, keeping the chase alive during the middle overs. Tristan Stubbs<\/strong> chipped in with 27 off 16, but the lack of sustained partnerships hurt their chances.<\/p>\n Despite these efforts, the target proved too steep, and regular wickets in the latter half derailed the chase. David Miller<\/strong>\u2019s early dismissal for a duck further dented their hopes.<\/p>\n Also READ: IPL 2026: Here\u2019s why Sunrisers Hyderbad\u2019s pacer Praful Hinge is not playing today\u2019s match against Delhi Capitals<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n Sunrisers Hyderabad\u2019s bowling unit delivered a strong collective performance to defend the total. Eshan Malinga<\/strong> was the standout performer, claiming four crucial wickets for 32 runs in his four overs, breaking the backbone of Delhi\u2019s batting lineup. Harsh Dubey<\/strong> provided excellent support, picking up three wickets for just 12 runs in his two overs, effectively shutting down any late resistance. Dilshan Madushanka<\/strong> and Sakib Hussain<\/strong> chipped in with a wicket each, while the rest of the bowlers maintained enough pressure to keep DC in check.<\/p>\n Let the bat do the work! \ud83e\udd2b getting better each day \ud83d\udc4f\ud83c\udffb well played sir Abhishek! keep up with the process \ud83d\udc4a\ud83c\udffb @OfficialAbhi04<\/a> @SunRisers<\/a> @IPL<\/a> #SRHvsDC<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 Yuvraj Singh (@YUVSTRONG12) April 21, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n \ud835\udc07\ud835\udc1a\ud835\udc2d\ud835\udc2d\ud835\udfd1\ud835\udc22\ud835\udc1c\ud835\udc24 \ud835\udc28\ud835\udc1f \ud835\udc30\ud835\udc22\ud835\udc27\ud835\udc2c \ud83e\udde1 pic.twitter.com\/o0yQX86cht<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 SunRisers Hyderabad (@SunRisers) April 21, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n ABHISHEK SHARMA \u2013 THE SUPERSTAR OF THE SRH TEAM. <\/p>\n \u2013 One of the openers currently in world cricket! pic.twitter.com\/XBkxhB2VHx<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 Mufaddal Vohra (@mufaddal_vohra) April 21, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n \ud83d\udc4f Eshan Malinga \u2013 4\/32 (4 OVERS) \ud83d\udd25<\/p>\n Bowled with control even in a high-scoring game \ud83c\udfaf<\/p>\n Economy around 8 while others went above 10 \ud83d\udcc9<\/p>\n Picked up 4 crucial wickets \ud83d\udca5<\/p>\n A standout spell under pressure\u2014pure class! \ud83c\udf1f pic.twitter.com\/aYJm0RRofO<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 Faruk\ud83d\udc26 (@uf2151593) April 21, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n Another day another half century with SR 200+<\/p>\n Abhishek sharma \ud83d\udd25\ud83d\udd25\ud83d\udd25 pic.twitter.com\/OwG7lxIM8F<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 Eleven \ud83e\udde1 (@aravindaareddy) April 21, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n Bat in hand, swag on point \ud83d\ude08\ud83c\udfcf \u2014 CricOrbit (@THE_TARUN274) April 21, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n Look at Abhishek Sharma’s father : he is witnessing his son’s success right in front of his eyes\ud83e\udd79\u2764<\/p>\n This is a dream for every boy\u2026!! <\/p>\n pic.twitter.com\/aiuLJhCQ1r<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 Gillfied\u2077 (@Gill_Iss) April 21, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n Just loved that shots synced with the music \ud83c\udfb5 \ud83c\udfb6 Awesome work \ud83d\udd25\ud83d\udc4f More awesome is Abhishek Sharma to play those shots in today’s match against Delhi Capitals to complete his HUNDRED \ud83d\udcaa\ud83d\ude0e #IPL<\/a> #SRHvsDC<\/a> pic.twitter.com\/cdQtc7XMFg<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 Aware Indian (@Aware_Indian7) April 21, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n Eshan Malinga conceded just 32 runs and picked up the wickets of Nitish, Miller, Stubbs and Ashutosh in this high scoring game. Truly deserves the POTM award. pic.twitter.com\/nHYf43tXHI<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 R A T N I S H (@LoyalSachinFan) April 21, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n \u2013 2\/14 (2) Vs KKR. ESHAN MALINGA \u2013 THE X FACTOR FOR SRH IN IPL 2026. \ud83d\udd25 pic.twitter.com\/NidKFPgGgT<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 Tanuj (@ImTanujSingh) April 21, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n What a spell by Eshan Malinga \ud83d\udd25\ud83c\udfcf<\/p>\n 4 overs \u2013 24 runs \u2013 4 wickets \ud83d\udca5\u26a1<\/p>\n Game-changing performance with the ball!#SRHvsDC<\/a> #IPL2026<\/a> #EshanMalinga<\/a> #CricketTwitter<\/a> #IPLHighlights<\/a> pic.twitter.com\/Jdlj67bP9M<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 Rushikesh Vadolkar (@RVadolkar) April 21, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n Eshan Malinga today pic.twitter.com\/qYuNyWq7lY<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 Sarcasm (@sarcastic_us) April 21, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n LOW BUDGET GEMS OF SUNRISERS HYDERABAD <\/p>\n Eshan Malinga \u2013 Paid him 1.2cr, he has been fabulous from the last two matches for the orange army. He has been a genuine wicket taker.<\/p>\n Sakib Hussain \u2013 Paid him 30lakh, he has been phenomenal since his debut till now for SRH. He is just\u2026 pic.twitter.com\/4MsVMDkSxn<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 Akshat (@Akshatgoel1408) April 21, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n Eshan Malinga the underrated gem\ud83d\ude47\u200d\u2642\ufe0f\ud83d\udd25 \u2014 Ram (@Ramm7989) April 21, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n Eshan Malinga is an underrated hero of SRH \u2013 25 wickets in just 15 Innings in IPL \u2013 a wicket taker \ud83d\udc4c pic.twitter.com\/I40ADb43Rw<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 Sarle Lyt \ud83c\udfc3 (@Edaina_sare) April 21, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\nAbhishek Sharma headlines SRH\u2019s batting carnage<\/strong><\/h2>\n
Delhi Capitals show fight but fall short<\/strong><\/h2>\n
Eshan Malinga sizzles with the ball for SRH<\/strong><\/h2>\n
Here\u2019s how fans reacted:<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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Abhishek Sharma doesn\u2019t just play the game, he owns it \ud83d\udd25#AbhishekSharma<\/a> cricketer on the field, gangster in the vibe \ud83d\ude0e\ud83c\udfcf\ud83d\udd25 pic.twitter.com\/uS0DADuwpB<\/a><\/p>\n\n
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\u2013 1\/30 (4) Vs LSG.
\u2013 2\/31 (4) Vs RR.
\u2013 3\/29 (4) Vs CSK.
\u2013 4\/32 (4) Vs DC.<\/p>\n\n
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He took 10 wickets already\ud83d\uddff\ud83d\ude4c\ud83c\udffb#SRHVSDC<\/a> pic.twitter.com\/kWLIos68ca<\/a><\/p>\n\n