IPL 2026: In difficult situations, you have to take responsibility and be mature, says Heinrich Klaasen

Heinrich Klaasen’s 39-ball 59 ensured that Sunrisers Hyderabad maintained the momentum through the middle overs after Abhishek Sharma’s blistering start against Chennai Super Kings. Even as wickets fell at regular intervals around him, the South African held firm, guiding the side to its highest IPL total against CSK.

While runs have continued to flow from his bat, his strike rate has drawn scrutiny. This season, he has scored at 144.39 – significantly lower than his previous highs of over 170. Notably, he has also been among the slowest starters, striking at 106.66 in his first 10 deliveries.