Abhishek Sharma stuns PBKS with a 40-ball hundred and dedicates his iconic knock to Sunrisers Hyderabad fans during historic chase
Hyderabad, April 12 (IPL 2025):
In a night full of fireworks and records, Abhishek Sharma not only powered Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) to a sensational six-wicket win over Punjab Kings (PBKS) but also delivered a heartfelt tribute to the team’s loyal supporters — the Orange Army.
After completing his maiden IPL century in just 40 balls, Abhishek pulled a folded note from his pocket and displayed it proudly to the crowd and cameras. The message read:
“This one is for Orange Army.”
"THIS ONE IS FOR ORANGE ARMY".
— Johns. (@CricCrazyJohns) April 12, 2025
– The message from Abhishek Sharma ❤️ pic.twitter.com/2tBNSsKybF
The gesture, initially a mystery, sparked curiosity and intrigue. Even rival captain Shreyas Iyer was seen walking up to Abhishek and reading the note with a smile, adding a moment of sportsmanship to the spectacle.
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WHAT. A. MOMENT. 🙌
— Star Sports (@StarSportsIndia) April 12, 2025
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A Night to Remember for Abhishek Sharma
- Score: 137* off 53 balls
- Sixes: 12
- Fours: 9
- Fastest IPL Century by an Indian in 2025 (40 balls)
- Highest individual score by an Indian in an IPL innings
The explosive knock helped SRH chase down 246 — one of the highest successful chases in IPL history — with 15 balls to spare. Travis Head’s supporting 58 off 31 was equally crucial in the team’s dominating response.
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Orange Army Reacts
Fans at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium erupted in joy not only for the win but also for Abhishek’s symbolic tribute. Social media was flooded with messages praising the southpaw’s humility and connection with fans:
“Not just a record-breaking knock, but a heartfelt one. That note made it personal,” tweeted one fan.
“SRH’s new superstar has arrived. What a way to say ‘thank you’ to the Orange Army!” wrote another.
What This Means for SRH
SRH’s morale-boosting win and Sharma’s emergence as a game-winner might mark a turning point in their IPL 2025 campaign. The team now boasts depth, fearlessness, and fan-fueled momentum heading into the second half of the tournament.
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