Sunrisers Hyderabad’s (SRH) young batting sensation, Aniket Verma, delivered a breathtaking performance in the IPL 2025 clash against Delhi Capitals (DC) on Sunday. The Jhansi-born cricketer, who honed his skills in Madhya Pradesh, played a fearless knock, scoring 74 off just 41 balls, smashing 5 fours and 6 sixes. Despite SRH losing wickets at regular intervals, Aniket remained aggressive, showcasing his natural power-hitting ability.
Aniket Verma Rise in Domestic Cricket
Aniket Verma has been a standout performer in domestic cricket. His journey to the IPL was paved with remarkable performances, including:
273 runs in 6 matches for Bhopal Leopards in the Madhya Pradesh Premier League, highlighted by a blistering 41-ball 123.
A sensational 101 off 75 balls in the U-23 level match against Karnataka.
Though he played just one match in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, he was dismissed for a golden duck.
Recognizing his potential, Sunrisers Hyderabad acquired him for ₹30 lakh in the IPL 2025 mega auction.
Aniket verma Cricketing Inspirations
In a recent interview with Dainik Bhaskar, Aniket expressed his admiration for several cricketing legends. He aspires to:
- Meet Hardik Pandya to discuss fitness, bat flow, and power-hitting techniques.
- Learn the on-the-rise flick shot from Virat Kohli, pull shot from Rohit Sharma, and flick shot from Rishabh Pant.
- Seek guidance from MS Dhoni on patience and game awareness.
- Understand Jasprit Bumrah’s strategy for reading batsmen.
Match Summary: DC vs SRH
Despite Aniket Verma heroics, SRH was bowled out for 163 in 18.4 overs. Apart from Aniket’s 74, Heinrich Klaasen chipped in with 32 off 19 balls. However, Delhi Capitals’ Mitchell Starc (5/35) and Kuldeep Yadav (3/22) dismantled SRH’s batting order. Starc’s double strike in the 19th over sealed the fate of the Hyderabad-based franchise.
Aniket Verma fearless approach has made him a player to watch out for in IPL 2025. As he continues to impress, SRH fans will be hoping for more explosive knocks from this young powerhouse.