Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) have often been known for their explosive openers, but over the years, they have also witnessed some tough starts in the powerplay. Whether it’s exceptional bowling by the opposition or early collapses, these instances have significantly affected their match outcomes. In IPL 2025, one such instance came to light when SRH recorded their lowest-ever powerplay score of just 24 runs against Mumbai Indians at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium.
Let’s look at the Top 10 Lowest Powerplay Totals by SRH in IPL till 2025 and dive deeper into the top five.
Top 10 Lowest SRH Scores in Powerplay (Till 2025)
| Rank | Score | Wickets Down | Opposition | Venue | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 24 | 4 | Mumbai Indians | Hyderabad | 2025 |
| 2 | 33 | 3 | Kolkata Knight Riders | Kolkata | 2025 |
| 3 | 45 | 2 | Gujarat Titans | Hyderabad | 2025 |
| 4 | 46 | 0 | Mumbai Indians | Mumbai | 2025 |
| 5 | 58 | 4 | Delhi Capitals | Vizag | 2025 |
| 6 | 62 | 2 | Lucknow Super Giants | Hyderabad | 2025 |
| 7 | 83 | 0 | Punjab Kings | Hyderabad | 2025 |
| 8 | 94 | 1 | Rajasthan Royals | Hyderabad | 2025 |
| 9 | 37 | 2 | Rajasthan Royals | Jaipur | 2013 |
| 10 | 38 | 2 | Kolkata Knight Riders | Kolkata | 2015 |
Detailed Look at SRH 5 Lowest Powerplay Scores
1. 24/4 vs Mumbai Indians (2025, Hyderabad)
In what became SRH’s lowest-ever powerplay score, they managed just 24 runs while losing four crucial wickets. Trent Boult wreaked havoc with an early spell that dismissed Travis Head and Abhishek Sharma in quick succession. SRH were reeling at 35/5 before Klaasen and Abhinav Manohar’s fightback. Despite a respectable final total of 143/8, MI chased it down comfortably.
2. 33/3 vs Kolkata Knight Riders (2025, Kolkata)
Facing a sharp bowling attack at Eden Gardens, SRH stumbled early and managed just 33 runs in the first six overs. The top order failed to provide momentum, which eventually cost them the match.
3. 45/2 vs Gujarat Titans (2025, Hyderabad)
A slow and cautious start against GT saw SRH struggle to find boundaries. Tight bowling and pressure to preserve wickets led to their third-lowest score in the powerplay.
4. 46/0 vs Mumbai Indians (2025, Mumbai)
Though no wickets fell, SRH’s scoring rate remained under 8 RPO, with Mumbai’s bowlers maintaining tight lines and lengths. The defensive approach meant SRH couldn’t capitalize later in the innings.
5. 58/4 vs Delhi Capitals (2025, Vizag)
In another challenging start, SRH lost four wickets early while trying to accelerate. The powerplay finished at 58/4, setting a shaky foundation for the rest of the innings.
These low powerplay totals reflect the vulnerability of SRH’s top order under pressure. With IPL 2025 witnessing one of their weakest starts, it highlights the importance of building solid partnerships and navigating quality pace attacks. SRH will need to address their powerplay batting woes if they are to improve their chances in future editions of the tournament.
