Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) are keeping their IPL 2025 playoff hopes alive after a crucial five-wicket win over Chennai Super Kings (CSK) on Friday. With this victory, SRH ended their two-match losing streak and moved closer to securing a spot in the playoffs. The win was especially significant as SRH reached 155/5 in just 18.4 overs, with Kamindu Mendis (32*) and Nitish Kumar Reddy (19*) steering the team to a comfortable finish.
SRH Eyeing IPL 2025 Playoffs After Vital Win
SRH’s performance against CSK was a vital one, as it pushed them further up the points table. Currently, SRH is in eighth place with six points from nine matches, just above bottom-placed CSK. After the match, Nitish Kumar Reddy shared his optimism for the remainder of the season. Reflecting on the victory, he said, “The thought for the team and it went pretty well. It is taking it match by match, and I’m proud that we won this one. Hopefully, the coming matches go well too.”
Reddy Draws Inspiration From RCB’s Comeback
The India international is hopeful that SRH can replicate the kind of remarkable run Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) had last year. RCB, at one point, were struggling, but they made a remarkable recovery by winning seven consecutive matches, sealing their playoff spot. Reddy said, “Last year, RCB came up and won 7 in a row. Why not us this year? It’s about putting in 100 percent and then we’ll see what happens.”
SRH’s Key Performances in the Win
While Nitish Kumar Reddy and Kamindu Mendis played pivotal roles in chasing down the target, SRH’s bowlers also contributed significantly. Noor Ahmad and Khaleel Ahmed bowled with discipline, with Khaleel’s performance towards the end helping to keep the match under control. Reddy acknowledged the efforts, saying, “Noor bowled well, and Khaleel too at the end bowled well, thankful we were on the winning side.”
Upcoming Matches: A Must-Win for SRH
SRH are set to travel to Ahmedabad for their next match against Gujarat Titans (GT) on Friday. With the playoffs still within reach, this match is critical for their chances. Reddy emphasized that SRH needs to treat every match as a do-or-die situation, especially as they approach the final stages of the season.
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