Sunrisers Hyderabad’s dynamic opener Abhishek Sharma etched his name into IPL history with a scintillating maiden century during the clash against Punjab Kings in IPL 2025 season. The left-handed all-rounder, known for his aggressive batting, finally delivered the big knock fans had been waiting for, showcasing his immense potential and silencing doubters after a shaky start to the campaign.
Abhishek Sharma hits maiden ton in style
On a balmy evening at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Abhishek walked out to open alongside Travis Head, facing a formidable bowling attack. After a string of low scores earlier in IPL 2025—24, 6, 1, and 2—pressure was mounting on the 24-year-old to justify his INR 14 crore price tag. But Abhishek turned the tables with a breathtaking display of power-hitting.
Reaching his hundred in style, Abhishek’s innings was a blend of audacious strokeplay and calculated aggression. His ability to find gaps and clear the ropes, a hallmark of his 2024 season where he scored 484 runs at a strike rate of 204.21, was on full display. This ton not only lifted SRH’s total but also sent a strong message about his readiness to dominate.
Overcoming early struggles
Abhishek’s journey to this milestone wasn’t smooth. IPL 2025 had been tough for the Punjab-born batter, with single-digit scores in three consecutive games before this match. Critics, including a former Indian opener, had begun questioning his form, especially after his T20I heroics against England earlier in the year. SRH owner Kavya Maran’s frustration was palpable during a loss to Gujarat Titans, where Abhishek managed only 18.
Yet, this century was a testament to his resilience. Mentored by Yuvraj Singh, Abhishek has often spoken about adopting a fearless approach, inspired by players like Rohit Sharma. His ability to bounce back underlines the mental toughness that SRH’s management, including captain Pat Cummins, has backed since his trade from Delhi Capitals in 2019.
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Here is how fans reacted:
Name is Sharma. 𝗔𝗯𝗵𝗶𝘀𝗵𝗲𝗸 𝗦𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗺𝗮 🕶🔥
Abhishek Sharma | #PlayWithFire | #SRHvPBKS | #TATAIPL2025 pic.twitter.com/m3C2f6JqLr
— SunRisers Hyderabad (@SunRisers) April 12, 2025
Abhishek Sharma and his bat swing 🤩 unbelievable shots 👏👏#AbhishekSharma #SRHvPBKS
— Vinay Kumar R (@Vinay_Kumar_R) April 12, 2025
ABHISHEK SHARMA RECREATING 'YEH VIV, TALK NAH' MOMENT. 😄 pic.twitter.com/AxktmNKimX
— Mufaddal Vohra (@mufaddal_vohra) April 12, 2025
𝗕𝗥𝗘𝗔𝗧𝗛𝗧𝗔𝗞𝗜𝗡𝗚 💯🔥
A scintillating CENTURY for Abhishek Sharma in just 4⃣0⃣ deliveries 🤯
Did you get a chance to catch your breath? Because we didn't 😮💨
Updates ▶ https://t.co/RTe7RlXDRq#TATAIPL | #SRHvPBKS pic.twitter.com/OiMlBA7yrw
— IndianPremierLeague (@IPL) April 12, 2025
ABHISHEK SHARMA IS BACK WITH A BANG 👑 pic.twitter.com/dLZqE9QTaA
— Johns. (@CricCrazyJohns) April 12, 2025
WE’RE WATCHING YOU PULI @IamAbhiSharma4 🐯 LOVE YUUUU pic.twitter.com/AZHPjsfCAP
— Yash😊🏏 (@YashR066) April 12, 2025
100 for puli @IamAbhiSharma4
Aa paper enti guru
pic.twitter.com/sdKdmbJPjF— artsy (@artsy_7) April 12, 2025
Fastest Century in IPL
30b – Chris Gayle v PWI (2013)
37b – Yusuf Pathan v MI (2010)
38b – David Miller v RCB (2013)
39b – Travis Head v RCB (2024)
39b – Priyansh Arya v CSK (2025)
40b – Abhishek Sharma v PBKS (2025)*
41b – Will Jacks v GT (2024)
42b – Adam Gilchrist v MI (2008) pic.twitter.com/XVJs5nhymr— Broken Cricket (@BrokenCricket) April 12, 2025
🚨 ABHISHEK SHARMA SLAMS A 40-BALL CENTURY! 🚨
A breathtaking display of power-hitting against PBKS; absolute carnage at Uppal! 💯🔥#Cricket #AbhishekSharma #IPL #IPL2025 #SRHvPBKS pic.twitter.com/Vwg9WOfs1D
— CricketTimes.com (@CricketTimesHQ) April 12, 2025
Abhishek Sharma waiving a note
#SRHvsPBKS pic.twitter.com/ZYjRmoiy8M— Ashutosh Tripathi (@ashutoshtrip_) April 12, 2025
Abhishek sharma and Travis head 👹#SRHvsPBKS pic.twitter.com/8GroVsjrm1
— विक्रम 𝘬ꪊꪑꪖ𝘳 🦇 (@printf_meme) April 12, 2025
Abhishek Sharma after getting out on a NO BALL pic.twitter.com/P0dkqmfhpl
— Sagar (@sagarcasm) April 12, 2025
THE CELEBRATIONS OF ABHISHEK SHARMA AFTER COMPLETED HIS HUNDRED. 🔥 pic.twitter.com/AKzi5y3opU
— Tanuj (@ImTanujSingh) April 12, 2025
Travis Head and Abhishek Sharma #SRHvsPBKS pic.twitter.com/TKeimqepZJ
— Desi Bhayo (@desi_bhayo88) April 12, 2025
Abhishek Sharma has to be the most entertaining batter to watch itw. Every ball he faces is an adventure.
— . (@ABDszn17) April 12, 2025
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