
Sunrisers Hyderabad batsman Abhishek Sharma unleashed a record-shattering performance for Punjab in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy (SMAT), scoring a sensational 148 runs off just 52 deliveries against Bengal. His explosive innings was instrumental in propelling Punjab past the 300-run mark, marking a historic achievement for the team in the T20 format.
Sharma's knock included an incredible 16 sixes, breaking his own record for the most T20 sixes hit in a calendar year. The left-hander's ability to combine quick scoring with immense power highlights his growing maturity and destructive potential. This phenomenal display of form in the domestic circuit provides a massive boost to his confidence and reaffirms his status as a key asset for the Sunrisers Hyderabad franchise.

“Abhishek Sharma unleashed a record-shattering century for Punjab against Bengal, scoring 148 off just 52 balls.”
Leading best strike rate scorers in IPL 2025 (batting specialists only: batters/all-rounders/wicketkeepers)
| Rank | Player | Team | strike-rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | RCB | 291.67 | |
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“Abhishek Sharma unleashed a record-shattering century for Punjab against Bengal, scoring 148 off just 52 balls.”
| #2 |
| CSK |
| 214.29 |
| #3 | RR | 206.56 |
| #4 | LSG | 196.25 |
| #5 | SRH | 193.39 |
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