IPL 2026: SRH chase down 244 to stun MI despite Ryan Rickelton’s record century

Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) pulled off one of the most remarkable chases in IPL history, defeating Mumbai Indians (MI) by six wickets in Match 41 of the Indian Premier League 2026 at the Wankhede Stadium on Wednesday.

In a high-scoring thriller, MI’s imposing total of 243/5 was overshadowed by SRH’s fearless batting effort as they raced to 249/4 in just 18.4 overs, registering a record-breaking chase and extending their winning streak to five matches.

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The night, however, began with a spectacular batting display from MI, led by Ryan Rickelton. The left-hander produced a breathtaking innings of 123 not out off 55 balls, laced with 10 fours and eight sixes, bringing up the fastest century by a Mumbai Indians batter in just 44 deliveries.

Rickelton found an able partner in Will Jacks, who smashed a quickfire 46 off 22 balls. The duo powered MI to a blistering 78/0 in the Power-play, their second-highest score in this phase this season. Their aggressive approach laid the perfect platform for a massive total.

Even after Jacks’ dismissal, Rickelton continued his onslaught, reaching his fifty in just 23 balls and dominating both pace and spin with ease. Contributions from Hardik Pandya (31 off 15) ensured MI crossed the 240-run mark, finishing at 243/5 in their 20 overs.

In response, SRH came out with clear intent. Travis Head set the tone early with a blistering half-century off just 21 balls, eventually scoring 76 off 30 deliveries. His aggressive start ensured SRH stayed ahead of the required rate from the outset.

The momentum was carried forward by Heinrich Klaasen, who continued his outstanding form with an unbeaten 65 off 30 balls. Mixing power with innovation, Klaasen kept the scoreboard ticking and dismantled MI’s bowling attack in the death overs.

With the game still in the balance, Salil Arora provided the finishing touches, smashing 30 not out off just 10 balls, including back-to-back sixes off Hardik Pandya to seal the chase in emphatic fashion.

Despite a decent outing from Allah Ghazanfar, who picked up two wickets, MI’s bowling unit once again struggled to contain the opposition on a batting-friendly surface.

The result leaves MI in deeper trouble in the standings, with their playoff hopes hanging by a thread after yet another defeat. SRH, on the other hand, continue their surge up the table and look increasingly like strong contenders for a pla

MI vs SRH IPL 2026: Playing XIs

Mumbai Indians: Hardik Pandya (c), Ryan Rickelton (wk), Will Jacks, Naman Dhir, Suryakumar Yadav, Tilak Varma, Robin Minz, Trent Boult, Jasprit Bumrah, AM Ghazanfar, Ashwani Kumar.

Sunrisers Hyderabad: Ishan Kishan (c & wk), Abhishek Sharma, Travis Head, Heinrich Klaasen, Salil Arora, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Pat Cummins, Harsh Dubey, Sakib Hussain, Praful Hinge, Eshan Malinga.