Abhishek Sharma’s explosive 59 ended by Sanju Samson’s brilliant review-triggered wicket as CSK fight against SRH.
Chennai Super Kings clawed their way back into the contest against Sunrisers Hyderabad in Match 27 of the Indian Premier League 2026, thanks to a crucial breakthrough from Jamie Overton and Sanju Samson that ended a fiery innings from Abhishek Sharma.
SRH got off to a flying start after being put into bat, with Abhishek Sharma unleashing a brutal assault on the CSK bowlers. The left-hander smashed 59 runs off just 22 deliveries, hammering six fours and four sixes at a staggering strike rate of 268.18. Alongside Travis Head, who contributed a steady 23, Abhishek powered SRH to 75 inside the powerplay, putting CSK firmly on the back foot.
However, the momentum shifted dramatically in the middle overs. After Mukesh Choudhary removed both Head and Ishan Kishan in quick succession, CSK sensed an opening. The biggest turning point came in the 8th over when Overton produced a moment of brilliance to dismiss the dangerous Abhishek.
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Bowling at high pace, Overton delivered a sharp, good-length ball angled across the batter. Abhishek, looking to continue his aggressive approach, pushed at it with an open bat face but was beaten by the movement. Sanju Samson, sharp behind the stumps, was instantly convinced and urged skipper Ruturaj Gaikwad to go for the review.
The decision proved spot-on. UltraEdge confirmed a clear spike as the ball passed the outside edge, forcing the on-field umpire to overturn the original call. Overton erupted in celebration as Abhishek walked back, ending a sensational innings that had threatened to take the game away from CSK.
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