Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) registered their first win over Rajasthan Royals (RR) by 5 wickets in Hyderabad where Sanju Samson smashed a century and guided SRH to 198. However, his unbeaten 102 went in vain as David Warner smashed 69 off 37 and helped SRH to chase down the target with 1 over to spare. Post-match, Warner interviewed Samson, who said if they managed to score 250 then they might have won the game.

“You destroyed my day. My 100 was not enough because of the way you batted. The way you started the innings we lost the game in the powerplay. We needed some 250 on the board with someone like you in the opposition. It was special,” Samson said to Warner.

However, Warner praised Samson’s knock, saying he showed how to play on a tough wicket.

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“We didn’t get off to a good start, a serious innings from Sanju and full credit to him. He came out and played really well. He allowed himself time and the wicket got better. Actually, I didn’t think it was a 200 wicket. We have played on similar wickets where if you bowl that hard length it is tough to get under. He showed us how to go about it,” said Warner.

David Warner and Jonny Bairstow added 110-run partnership in the first 10 overs which made the winning foundation for the team.

“Me and Jonny have partnered really well since Kolkata. There have been a few hiccups with him trying to get off the mark. I have been hogging the strike a little bit, but over the years I have been held back a little bit. We know this ground pretty well. We know the dimensions well. There has been a breeze from one side for the last two days but tonight it wasn’t there. You have to be calculative with your batting,” Warner said.

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“One thing that inspires me is the local fans, they are amazing. We try and put on a good show. I enjoy playing in front of this crowd. They are fantastic,” added Warner.