SRH Six-Hitting Player Squad 2025
(1) Travis Head
In the IPL 2025 auction, Travis Head was retained by Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) for ₹14 crore. Following his impactful performances in IPL 2024…
Travis Head had a stellar performance during the 2024 IPL season, representing Sunrisers Hyderabad. One of his standout moments was an explosive innings against Delhi Capitals, where he scored 89 runs off just 32 balls, showcasing his aggressive batting. This innings helped his team post a massive total of 266 runs, leading to a comprehensive victory. Across the season, Head consistently delivered, amassing 324 runs, including a century and two half-centuries, which positioned him among the top run-scorers.
His dynamic partnership with other players and his ability to accelerate during powerplays were crucial in several matches. His performances not only solidified his reputation as a power hitter but also played a significant role in Sunrisers Hyderabad’s successful campaign…
(2) Abhishek Sharma
Abhishek Sharma has been retained by Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) for IPL 2025 for INR 14 crore. This follows his impressive performance in IPL 2024, where he played a crucial role in SRH’s run to the final. Sharma scored 484 runs in 16 matches with an average of 32.26 and a striking strike rate of 204.21.
Abhishek Sharma had an impressive IPL 2024 season with Sunrisers Hyderabad, emerging as a key performer. Promoted to the opener’s role, he scored 401 runs in 12 matches at a remarkable strike rate of over 200. His performances included the fastest fifty of the season, achieved in just 16 balls, and multiple match-winning contributions. His partnership with Travis Head was particularly explosive, earning them the nickname “Brothers of Destruction.” Together, they set records for aggressive starts, including a dominant chase of 166 runs in under 10 overs.
These performances have raised hopes of Abhishek Sharma earning a call-up to the Indian national team, with experts and teammates, such as Aiden Markram, praising his maturity and talent.
(3) Ishan Kishan
Ishan Kishan had a mixed journey in the IPL 2024 and 2025 seasons. During IPL 2024, playing for the Mumbai Indians, he managed 320 runs across the season with a highest score of 69. Despite a decent strike rate, his consistency faltered, limiting his impact as a top-order batter. He was released by Mumbai Indians after the 2024 season due to team restructuring.
In the IPL 2025 auction, Ishan Kishan was acquired by Sunrisers Hyderabad for ₹11.25 crore, a significant decrease from his previous ₹15.25 crore contract. Sunrisers Hyderabad aimed to bolster their top order, pairing him with players like Travis Head and Abhishek Sharma. While Kishan remains a capable wicketkeeper-batter, the pay cut reflected a dip in his recent performances and his limited appearances for the Indian team across formats.
(4) Heinrich Klassen
In the 2025 IPL auction, Heinrich Klaasen was retained by Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) for a significant sum of ₹23 crore.
Heinrich Klaasen has emerged as a critical player for the SunRisers Hyderabad (SRH) in the IPL 2024 and 2025 seasons. During the IPL 2024, Klaasen showcased his exceptional skills as a hard-hitting wicketkeeper-batsman, accumulating a massive 927 runs across the season with a phenomenal strike rate of 174. His consistent performances established him as one of the league’s top finishers, playing a pivotal role in SRH’s journey to the IPL 2024 final.
Recognizing his value, SRH retained Klaasen for IPL 2025 with a substantial Rs 23 crore deal, making him one of the team’s highest-paid players. His retention highlights SRH’s strategy to build around proven match-winners as they aim for another strong season.
(5) Nitish Kumar Reddy
Nitish Kumar Reddy was purchased by Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) for ₹6 crore during the 2025 IPL auction.
Nitish Kumar Reddy, the young all-rounder from Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH), delivered a stellar performance in IPL 2024. In a match against Punjab Kings, he scored a quick-fire 64 off 37 balls, took a wicket, and secured a catch, becoming the first uncapped player to achieve this rare feat in a single IPL match. At just 20 years and 319 days, he also became the second-youngest player in IPL history to score a half-century. His all-around contribution played a crucial role in SRH’s narrow 2-run victory.
(6) Abhinav Manohar
Abhinav Manohar, a rising star, has been signed by Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) for IPL 2025 at a price of ₹3.2 crore.
Abhinav Manohar, a right-handed middle-order batter, will play for Sunrisers Hyderabad in IPL 2025 after being purchased for ₹3.2 crore during the auction. Known for his ability to perform under pressure, he is viewed as a valuable asset for high-impact situations such as chasing challenging totals or stabilizing innings when the team is in trouble. Though relatively inexperienced at the IPL level, his promising domestic T20 record makes him a key player in SRH’s lineup.