Sunrisers Hyderabad set a challenging target of 202 runs in the IPL 2026 season opener against Royal Challengers Bengaluru at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium, thanks to a fiery captain’s knock from Ishan Kishan.
In his first match as SRH skipper — stepping in while Pat Cummins recovers from injury — Kishan smashed 80 off just 38 balls, studded with 8 fours and 5 sixes at a strike rate of over 210. His aggressive batting powered SRH to 201/9 in 20 overs after they elected to bat first on a batting-friendly pitch.
RCB now face the pressure of a high chase on a venue known for big scores. Can Kohli and company overcome the early momentum built by SRH?
The second innings is underway.
