SRH vs DC IPL 2026: Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) registered a commanding 47-run victory over Delhi Capitals (DC) in Match 31 of IPL 2026 at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium on Tuesday. The win was headlined by Abhishek Sharma, who smashed his ninth T20 century, equalling Virat Kohli’s record and anchoring SRH’s innings with authority.

Abhishek’s Historic Ton

Abhishek Sharma reached the landmark in just 184 innings, making him the fastest Indian to nine T20 centuries. His innings not only matched Kohli’s tally but also underlined his growing stature in the shortest format.

The left-hander brought up his century with a six, finishing with a blistering knock that dismantled the DC bowling attack. His effort ensured SRH posted a formidable total, putting early pressure on the opposition.

Record-Breaking Feat

The innings added multiple milestones to Abhishek’s name. He recorded his fifth T20 innings with 10 or more sixes, placing him second on the all-time list behind Chris Gayle.

He also crossed the 350 sixes mark in T20 cricket, highlighting his aggressive batting style. Notably, his unbeaten 135 surpassed KL Rahul’s previous IPL best of 132*, further cementing his dominance in high-scoring contests.

Fielding Turns Game

Abhishek’s impact extended beyond batting. During the chase, he produced two crucial catches that shifted momentum decisively in SRH’s favour.

He dismissed KL Rahul with a sharp catch at deep backward square and later removed Nitish Rana with a low, sliding effort at long-on. Both wickets came at pivotal moments, halting DC’s progress after a promising start.

Klaasen’s Milestone

Heinrich Klaasen also etched his name in the record books during the match. The South African batter became the third-fastest player to reach 100 IPL sixes, achieving the milestone in just 52 innings.

Only Chris Gayle and Andre Russell have reached the mark quicker, underlining Klaasen’s consistency as a power-hitter in the league.

Key Match Moments

The contest featured several turning points. Abhishek survived an early run-out chance after a fumble by KL Rahul behind the stumps. He was also dropped by Nitish Rana in the 13th over, a lapse that proved costly.

Soon after, Abhishek capitalised on the reprieve, accelerating his scoring and bringing up his century in style. Meanwhile, Ishan Kishan was run out in a mix-up, briefly slowing SRH’s momentum before the late surge.

DC’s Struggle Chase

Chasing a daunting target, Delhi Capitals failed to maintain the required run rate. Despite contributions from Rahul and Rana, the middle-order collapse derailed the innings.

Axar Patel, playing his 100th T20 match for DC, could not inspire a turnaround as wickets fell at regular intervals. SRH bowlers maintained discipline, ensuring there was no late resurgence.

What Lies Ahead

The win strengthens SRH’s position in the IPL 2026 points table and marks their third consecutive victory. Abhishek Sharma’s form will be a key factor as the tournament progresses, with the team building momentum at a crucial stage.

For Delhi Capitals, the defeat raises concerns about consistency and fielding lapses, which proved decisive in this encounter. As the league stage intensifies, both teams will look to address gaps and maintain competitiveness in the race to the playoffs.