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"Get Out Hitting": Abhishek Sharma Reveals Pat Cummins' Fearless Mandate for SRH Batters

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Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) captain Pat Cummins has instilled a radical, fearless batting philosophy that encourages players to prioritize aggression over safety, according to opener Abhishek Sharma. Sharma revealed that the SRH management, led by Cummins and coach Daniel Vettori, gives batters complete freedom to attack, even in dire situations.

This aggressive mandate, which has seen SRH break records for the highest team totals in IPL history, dictates that batters must 'get out hitting' rather than aiming for 'safe scores' of 160 or 170. Cummins reportedly told his team he is comfortable being bowled out for 100, provided they maintain the attacking brand of cricket. This mindset has defined SRH's recent success and cemented their reputation as one of the most explosive batting units in the league.

““In this team, even if we are 50/6, the next batter walking in should get out hitting. There shouldn’t be an element of fear. I am okay with the team being all out for 100. But I don’t want those safe scores of 160 and 170. If you want to hit all the six deliveries, go ahead and do it. I want us to be known for this brand of cricket.””

Pat Cummins, Sunrisers Hyderabad Captain (as quoted by Abhishek Sharma)

IPL 2025 Lower Order Run Leaders | Position Analysis

Best run at Lower Order position in IPL 2025

Rank	Player	Team	runs
#1	Pat Cummins	SRH	437 runs
#2	Rashid Khan	GT	382 runs
#3	Ravichandran Ashwin	CSK	321 runs
#4	Bhuvneshwar Kumar	RCB	320 runs
#5	MS Dhoni	CSK	267 runs

"Get Out Hitting": Abhishek Sharma Reveals Pat Cummins' Fearless Mandate for SRH Batters

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IPL 2025 Lower Order Run Leaders | Position Analysis