Abhinav Manohar rose to the occasion with a stellar knock under pressure, breathing life back into SunRisers Hyderabad’s innings during their IPL 2025 clash against Mumbai Indians at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium in Hyderabad. Drafted in as the Impact Player, Abhinav walked in at a crisis point with SRH reeling at 35 for 5, and joined forces with Heinrich Klaasen to orchestrate a dramatic fightback.
Initially tentative at the crease and struggling with his timing, Abhinav showed composure and patience, absorbing the early pressure as Mumbai Indians’ bowlers dominated the powerplay. But once he found his rhythm, the right-hander unleashed a flurry of attacking strokes, particularly targeting India’s pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah.
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In a surprising counterattack, Abhinav took on Bumrah with clean, fearless hitting, turning the tide in SRH’s favour and lifting the home crowd. One dramatic moment nearly undid his valiant effort. Bumrah delivered a deceptive low full-toss that tailed in sharply. Abhinav attempted to launch it straight back over the bowler’s head but misconnected, spooning it high toward long-on.
Positioned perfectly under it, Suryakumar Yadav sprinted in and got both hands to the ball—only to drop what should’ve been a regulation catch. The missed chance drew a mix of reactions from the crowd and players alike. While Suryakumar looked devastated, the SRH camp erupted with joy.
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Kavya Maran, the passionate SunRisers owner watching from the stands, reflected that rollercoaster of emotions. From disappointment to elation in a split second, she was seen jumping in delight as the catch was shelled. Abhinav Manohar’s innings not only steered SRH to a competitive total but also gave them a chance to claw their way back into the game. It was a moment that showcased grit, temperament, and the high drama IPL is known for.
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