After an impressive run to the final in IPL 2024, Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) entered the 2025 season with high expectations. However, their performance has been disappointing, leaving fans and experts alike questioning what went wrong. Let’s take a deeper look at the key reasons behind SRH’s struggles this season.
1. Underperforming Opening Partnership: The Loss of Aggression
Travis Head and Abhishek Sharma’s Decline
Travis Head and Abhishek Sharma were the star openers for SRH in IPL 2024, contributing significantly to their successful campaign. Together, they scored over 1,000 runs in 16 innings at an explosive strike rate of 197.2. However, in IPL 2025, the dynamic duo has failed to maintain their earlier form, scoring only 595 runs in 10 innings at a much lower strike rate of 168.1. This reduction in boundaries and sixes has led to a loss of the aggressive momentum SRH once enjoyed at the top of the order.
2. Middle-Order Instability: A Weak Link
Key Players Struggling for Consistency
The SRH middle-order, once a reliable asset, has faltered this season. With key players failing to build crucial partnerships, SRH has struggled to recover from early wickets, affecting their ability to set competitive totals. The middle-order’s inconsistency has been a major reason behind their inability to post winning scores consistently, putting more pressure on the bowlers to defend modest totals.
3. Bowling Attack Underperforming: Challenges with Containment
Spin Department Failing to Deliver
SRH’s bowling attack, particularly their spin unit, has been a weak point in IPL 2025. While they have some of the best spinners in the game, their inability to contain opposition batsmen and take key wickets at crucial moments has hurt the team. This has led to high-scoring encounters, making it tough for SRH to defend big totals, especially in high-pressure situations.
4. A Promising Start, but a Mid-Season Slump
Initial Excitement Turned to Frustration
SRH started IPL 2025 with an explosive performance, posting a massive total of 286 runs in their opening match against Rajasthan Royals. New recruit Ishan Kishan impressed with a scintillating century, setting the stage for what seemed like a successful season ahead. However, after that dominant win, the team experienced a dramatic slump, leading to just three wins in 10 matches. This mid-season downfall has all but ended their hopes of making the playoffs.
5. Looking Ahead: Can SRH Turn Things Around?
Playoff Hopes in Jeopardy
With only a few matches remaining in IPL 2025, SRH’s chances of making the playoffs appear slim. The team will need to regroup quickly, address their weaknesses, and find a way to regain their early-season form. If they hope to salvage their season, SRH will need a combination of consistent batting performances, a revitalized bowling attack, and a more solid middle-order.
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