Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) sealed their spot in the playoffs Indian Premier League (IPL) with a clinical five-wicket victory over Chennai Super Kings (CSK) In the 63rd match at the MA Chidambaram Stadium on Sunday. Chasing a competitive target of 181, SRH produced a batting display designed to reach 181/5 in 19 overs and keep their campaign going in style.
After winning the toss, Chennai Super Kings elected to bat first and posted 180/7 in 20 overs. Despite several useful contributions throughout the innings, CSK failed to take full advantage during the death overs as the Sunrisers Hyderabad bowlers staged a strong comeback led by their skipper. Pat Cummins.
Dewald Brevis and Kartik Sharma rescue CSK after a shaky start
Started aggressively with CSK Sanju Samson take on the bowlers right from the start. The wicketkeeper-batsman smashed 27 off just 13 deliveries, including five boundaries and a six, to give the hosts early momentum. But he hit back as quickly as SRH Ruturaj Gaikwad struggled to accelerate and departed for a slow-paced 15 off 21 balls.
Little Urvil Patel he had a brief spell with two sixes in 13 off eight balls before losing his wicket at the crucial stage. Chennai then found stability Karthik Sharma and Devald Brewis. Karthik struck 32 off 19 deliveries, hitting three fours and two sixes to keep the scoreboard moving.
Brevis once again displayed his explosive batting ability with a well-crafted 44 off 27 balls. The South African batsman hit four massive sixes and two boundaries to help CSK regain control during the middle innings. Shivam Dubey also resulted in 26 runs, but the hosts lost wickets regularly in the latter stages and could only reach 180/7.
For SRH, Cummins delivered an outstanding spell, finishing with figures of 3/28 in four overs. Sakib Hussain and took two doors Eshan Malinga and Dust Hinge each claimed a keeper.
Ishan Kishan and Heinrich Klaasen dominate the chase
A positive start to the chase against Sunrisers Hyderabad Abhishek Sharma He hit a quick 26 off 21 balls. However, Mukesh Choudhary as produced a surprising moment in the field department Head of Travis fell cheaply for six runs.
These shots really gained momentum over time Ishan Kishi and Heinrich Klaasen joined forces. Kishan played one of the best innings of the season, chasing the chase brilliantly with 70 runs off 47 balls. His innings included seven boundaries and three sixes and he handled both pace and spin with confidence.
Klaasen provided excellent support with 47 off just 26 deliveries. The South African star put a lot of pressure on the CSK bowlers during the middle overs, hitting six fours and two sixes. Their partnership turned the game in SRH’s favor and silenced the Chepauk crowd.
Although CSK managed to pick up a few late wickets through Choudhary, Nur Ahmed and Akeal HoseinSRH remained calm. Nitish Kumar Reddy and Salil Arora Hyderabad ended the chase comfortably as they reached the target with six balls to spare. The win was a landmark moment in SRH’s IPL 2026 campaign as they officially secured a place in the playoffs. Their batting unit stepped up under pressure, while the bowlers did well to restrict CSK below the 200-run mark on a batting-friendly surface.
Also WATCH: Mukesh Choudhary dismissed Travis Head with a stunning effort in CSK vs SRH clash.
Here’s how the fans reacted:
Undoubtedly, SRH played their best cricket on this ground.
The partnership of Ishan Kishan and Heinrich Klassen took the game away from CSK.
— Irfan Pathan (@IrfanPathan) May 18, 2026
ishan kishan performed well 🧡 pic.twitter.com/HCTCdGt4VI
— ferrari (@therevanthtweet) May 18, 2026
What a run by Ishan Kishan for Sunrisers Hyderabad against CSK. 😭🔥
It wasn’t just a win, SRH almost completely knocked CSK out of the playoff race tonight.
A lot of people have been writing off SRH this season, but today they reminded everyone that they are still… pic.twitter.com/Asc47Chrjq
– Captain Rohit Sharma Fan (@TheCaptainR45) May 18, 2026
We always knew he had talent, but today Ishan Kishi showed pure maturity. He absorbed the pressure against CSK, picked his moments and played the situation perfectly.
Great performance by Ishan Kishan Pandey 🔥🔥#CSKvsSRHpic.twitter.com/ln2K04pXf2
— Akul (𝑨𝑻10) (@Loyalsachfan10) May 18, 2026
Well played Dewald Brevis 👏🙌💛
Crucial runs from Brevis 44(27) 😍#CSKvSRH #WhistlePod #IPL2026 pic.twitter.com/zPyGk4kyhX— 𝐀𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐬𝐡 𝐒𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐡𝐡 (@theashishsingh7) May 18, 2026
WELL PLAYED, DEWALD BREVIS. 👏
– Dewald Brevis scored valuable runs for CSK as he smashed 44 runs off 27 balls including 2 fours and 4 sixes. pic.twitter.com/5dwYEcezRd
— Tanuj (@ImTanujSingh) May 18, 2026
Dewald Brevis dismissed – 44 off 27 balls.
– Great shot from Brevis on a slow surface!🔥 pic.twitter.com/bub8YZwVG7
— Maina Singh (@Maina_Singhx77) May 18, 2026
This is magic from Sanju Samson 🔥🔥🔥
What an amazing shake up and still keeping our hopes alive 💛 pic.twitter.com/TAeFembCh9
— Sanju Samson Fans Page (@SanjuSamsonFP) May 18, 2026
Brilliant knock by Sanju Samson and crucial wicket for CSK against the run of play. pic.twitter.com/LfQRi4TSeA
— Fine Leg Logic (@fineleglogic86) May 18, 2026
Sanju Samson just paid tribute to Dhoni. Poetic
— Gabbar (@GabbbarSingh) May 18, 2026
What a stupping by Sanju samson as MS Dhoni. pic.twitter.com/PlCuntPdD7
— 𝗥𝗥𝗮𝗮⁰⁷ (@rohanXmsd) May 18, 2026
CHEPAUK’S INCREDIBLE HERITAGE IS IN SAFE HANDS! 💛🔥
– MS Dhoni to Sanju Samson 👑🫡 pic.twitter.com/EMPzUfFGBv
— Shariq (@CricBhakt7380) May 18, 2026
Well played Ishan Kishan, 70 (47) 🔥 great shot
Delhi Capitals live to fight another day in this tournament ❤️ pic.twitter.com/oTmj8FGGLl
— 𝐕♛ (@DelhiKaKing18) May 18, 2026
Ishan Kishan is the only batsman among these youngsters who can perform on any pitch.
The T20 World Cup match against Pakistan was the biggest example.pic.twitter.com/squrdK2rzI
— 𝚅𝚞¹⁸ (@varunx18) May 18, 2026
This comeback of Ishan Kishan will be remembered for many years 🫡🔥pic.twitter.com/CWRQ5rAqQS
— PRATHAM_18 (@Uncle_kohli) May 18, 2026
Must-have scenes from the glowing man after the game… Keep the cheek fans away 🙂 Get this in my veins 💉🧡
– Draft Monk (@Vicky_Rizzman) May 18, 2026
#SRHvsCSK Ishan Kishan is on high 🔥🔥🥵🥵🥵🥵🥵
— Rudhra Babu 🦁🔱 (@reigningmb1) May 18, 2026
Ishan Kishan finished with 70 off 47 after 32 off 26 balls at one point
One of the best shots under pressure, reminding his fans of a certain David Warner
But I also believe that this is not his best and yet to come pic.twitter.com/cXMsBIb3X0
— Adi (@arandomguyposts) May 18, 2026
Ishan Kishan hits the side balls wide pic.twitter.com/cosf39uqzv
— Sarle Lyt 🏃 (@Edaina_sare) May 18, 2026
ISHAN KISHAN PLAYED A GREAT KNOCK IN CHEPAUK.#Ishankishan pic.twitter.com/jCVfibQ2H3
— Radhapatel001 (@patel001_) May 18, 2026
Ishan Kishan, Thank you ❤️🙏
— 🧡 (@_1617g) May 18, 2026
Ishan Kishan led the victory
SRH 🦅 🏏#SRHvCSKpic.twitter.com/mHqyOaJhs2— Prabhas Fan (@Itsaprank132511) May 18, 2026
Ishan man 🔥🔥🔥
Big tattoo by ishan kishan in difficult situation 🥶#Ishankishan #SRHvsCSK pic.twitter.com/tynmpnwwp2— IshaNation (@ishan_parody1) May 18, 2026
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