IPL 2025: SRH Finish on a High Note, Crush Defending Champions
Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) ended their IPL 2025 campaign on a high with a commanding 110-run win over Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi on Sunday, May 25. This emphatic victory not only helped SRH finish their season with pride but also marked the end of their long-standing losing streak against KKR—often referred to as the “KKR Hoodoo”.
While both teams have been eliminated from the playoff race, SRH’s massive win was a morale-boosting result, especially against the reigning champions. Despite a turbulent mid-season phase, SRH found form towards the end, showing glimpses of what could have been a title-contending squad.
Match Recap: SRH Dominate From Start to Finish
SRH came out with a clear intent right from the toss. Batting first on a flat Delhi wicket, they posted a mammoth total thanks to a blistering performance by their top and middle-order batters. The openers gave a solid start, followed by fireworks from the middle order, propelling the score beyond 240.
KKR’s bowling lineup, which had performed well throughout the tournament, was rendered ineffective by the sheer aggression and calculated risk-taking of the SRH batters. Every bowler was put under pressure as boundaries flowed across all corners of the stadium.
In response, KKR crumbled under scoreboard pressure. The batting unit failed to build any partnerships and folded for a below-par total, handing SRH their biggest win of the season and one of the largest margins of victory in IPL 2025.
Pat Cummins Reflects on the Season
Speaking after the match, SRH skipper Pat Cummins expressed both satisfaction and disappointment as he reflected on his team’s journey this season.
“Amazing finish. I think in the last few games of the season, a lot of things have clicked for us,” Cummins said. “That was pretty scary to watch our batting today. I think with the calibre of players we have, we couldn’t have played any worse than we have played in between the season for a little period.”
Cummins acknowledged that while the team had the talent to make it to the playoffs, inconsistent performances in crucial matches cost them dearly.
“Towards the back half of the season, we showed that we have a good side. With the players we have, we should be making the finals. It doesn’t quite work this year.”
He also spoke about adapting to different match situations and pitch conditions:
“Yes, certainly we spoke about it. We get wickets like here, we got to max out and get 250-260 and other ones where we need to graft and get to 170, which we didn’t. Those are the games which didn’t go our way.”
Cummins also highlighted the importance of bench strength and rotation:
“Yeah, that is right. Quite a few guys got an opportunity.”
IPL 2025 Points Table Update After SRH vs KKR
With this win, SRH finish their campaign with a respectable total of points, although not enough to qualify for the playoffs. KKR, despite their strong start to the season, also miss out on the final four after a string of poor performances in the final stretch.
Here’s a quick look at the updated IPL 2025 Points Table after the match:
| Rank | Team | Matches | Wins | Losses | NRR | Points |
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| 1 | Rajasthan Royals (RR) | 14 | 9 | 5 | +0.765 | 18 |
| 2 | Delhi Capitals (DC) | 14 | 9 | 5 | +0.622 | 18 |
| 3 | Chennai Super Kings (CSK) | 14 | 8 | 6 | +0.534 | 16 |
| 4 | Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) | 14 | 8 | 6 | +0.287 | 16 |
| 5 | Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) | 14 | 7 | 7 | +0.215 | 14 |
| 6 | Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) | 14 | 6 | 8 | +0.147 | 12 |
| 7 | Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) | 14 | 6 | 8 | -0.512 | 12 |
| 8 | Mumbai Indians (MI) | 14 | 5 | 9 | -0.682 | 10 |
| 9 | Punjab Kings (PBKS) | 14 | 4 | 10 | -0.814 | 8 |
| 10 | Gujarat Titans (GT) | 14 | 4 | 10 | -0.928 | 8 |
Playoff Picture: The Final Four Confirmed
With the league stage now concluded, the IPL 2025 playoff teams have been finalized:
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Qualifier 1: Rajasthan Royals vs Delhi Capitals
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Eliminator: Chennai Super Kings vs Lucknow Super Giants
The top two teams will get a second shot at the final, while the third and fourth-placed teams face a knockout path.
Looking Ahead: What’s Next for SRH and KKR?
While SRH and KKR bow out of IPL 2025, both franchises have plenty to build upon. For SRH, the emergence of new talent and a strong finish will boost their confidence heading into the 2026 season. KKR, on the other hand, will need to reassess their batting approach and ensure they maintain consistency throughout the season.
Team management for both sides will now shift their focus to player retention strategies, auction planning, and preparations for the next edition.
Sunrisers Hyderabad’s dominant win over Kolkata Knight Riders served as a reminder of their potential. Although they fell short of the playoffs, their performance in the latter half of the season gave fans plenty to cheer about. With a refreshed strategy and consistent execution, both SRH and KKR will look to come back stronger in IPL 2026.