Sunrisers Hyderabad Triumph Over Royal Challengers Bengaluru in Thrilling IPL Encounter

In a gripping IPL 2025 match, Sunrisers Hyderabad defeated Royal Challengers Bengaluru in a thrilling finish. Despite a strong start from RCB, Eshan Malinga's exceptional bowling turned the game around, leading to a dramatic collapse. The match, held at the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Stadium, was filled with excitement and sparked a flurry of reactions on social media. Fans were left buzzing as the game unfolded, making it a memorable encounter in the tournament.

By Narendra Chaudhary May 24, 2025, 00:09 IST

Sunrisers Hyderabad Secure a Dramatic Victory

In a nail-biting finish, Sunrisers Hyderabad emerged victorious against Royal Challengers Bengaluru, although the final score didn't fully capture the match's intensity. RCB was on track to chase down a target of 232, showing promise until the 14th over, thanks to solid contributions from Kohli, Salt, and Jitesh. However, the momentum shifted dramatically when Nitish Kumar Reddy delivered an impressive 15th over. Eshan Malinga then delivered a pivotal 16th over, taking two wickets and executing a run-out that stunned RCB. His exceptional yorkers and reverse swing led to a rapid collapse, with RCB losing their last seven wickets for a mere 16 runs, falling short in what had seemed like a manageable chase.

Match Highlights and Social Media Reactions

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A Match to Remember

The IPL 2025 encounter between Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Sunrisers Hyderabad was a thrilling spectacle that kept fans engaged and social media abuzz. With Virat Kohli's explosive start and Eshan Malinga's pivotal over, the match delivered all the excitement cricket enthusiasts crave. As the action unfolded at the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Stadium in Lucknow, reactions, memes, and accolades for standout performances flooded social media. The RCB versus SRH clash transcended mere competition, becoming a trending topic across various platforms.