Nicholas Pooran is known as one of the most explosive middle-order batters in T20 cricket. The left-handed West Indies batter has the ability to accelerate quickly and dominate bowlers with powerful hitting.
Against Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) in the Indian Premier League, Pooran has built a very impressive record. His high strike rate and consistency make him a dangerous player whenever he faces SRH.
This article looks at Nicholas Pooran’s overall IPL record against Sunrisers Hyderabad and his match-by-match batting performances.
Nicholas Pooran Overall T20 Record vs SRH
Nicholas Pooran has delivered several impactful performances against SRH and has been particularly effective in finishing innings.
Overall Performance Overview
| Stat | Value |
|---|---|
| Innings | 10 |
| Runs | 356 |
| Balls Faced | 176 |
| Batting Average | 59.33 |
| Strike Rate | 202.27 |
| Highest Score | 77 (37) |
| 50s | 2 |
| 100s | 0 |
Key Insights
- Pooran has scored 356 runs in 10 innings against SRH.
- His strike rate of 202.27 shows his aggressive batting style.
- He has scored two half-centuries in this matchup.
- His highest score against SRH is 77 runs.
These numbers highlight Pooran’s ability to score quickly and finish innings strongly.
Nicholas Pooran IPL Batting Innings vs SRH
Below is the match-by-match breakdown of Nicholas Pooran’s performances against Sunrisers Hyderabad.
| Score | Opponent | Venue | Date | Strike Rate | 4s | 6s |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 45 (26) | SRH | Lucknow | 19 May 2025 | 173.0 | 6 | 1 |
| 70 (26) | SRH | Hyderabad | 27 Mar 2025 | 269.2 | 6 | 6 |
| 48* (26) | SRH | Hyderabad | 08 May 2024 | 184.6 | 6 | 1 |
| 44* (13) | SRH | Hyderabad | 13 May 2023 | 338.4 | 3 | 4 |
| 11* (6) | SRH | Lucknow | 07 Apr 2023 | 183.3 | 1 | 1 |
| 8 (4) | SRH | Sharjah | 25 Sep 2021 | 200.0 | 0 | 1 |
| DNB | SRH | Chennai | 21 Apr 2021 | – | – | – |
| 32* (28) | SRH | Dubai | 24 Oct 2020 | 114.2 | 2 | 0 |
| 77 (37) | SRH | Dubai | 08 Oct 2020 | 208.1 | 5 | 7 |
| 21 (10) | SRH | Hyderabad | 29 Apr 2019 | 210.0 | 2 | 2 |
Best Performance vs SRH
Nicholas Pooran’s best innings against Sunrisers Hyderabad came on 8 October 2020 in Dubai, where he scored 77 runs from 37 balls.
Highlights of that innings:
- 5 fours and 7 sixes
- Strike rate above 200
- Dominated the SRH bowling attack
- Played a powerful middle-order innings
This knock remains Pooran’s highest score against SRH.
See Also: Nicholas Pooran vs DC in IPL: Stats, Records
Other Notable Innings
70 (26) – Hyderabad, 2025
Pooran played a brilliant attacking innings of 70 runs from just 26 balls.
Key highlights:
- 6 fours and 6 sixes
- Strike rate above 269
- One of his fastest innings against SRH
44* (13) – Hyderabad, 2023
A short but destructive innings where Pooran smashed 44 runs from 13 balls, including four sixes, finishing the innings strongly.
48* (26) – Hyderabad, 2024
Pooran remained unbeaten with 48 runs, guiding his team with controlled aggressive batting.
Performance Trend vs SRH
Nicholas Pooran has consistently produced impactful performances against Sunrisers Hyderabad across several IPL seasons.
Season-wise Contribution
| Year | Runs | Notable Performance |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 115 | 70 (26), 45 (26) |
| 2024 | 48* | 48* (26) |
| 2023 | 55 | 44* (13) |
| 2021 | 8 | 8 (4) |
| 2020 | 109 | 77 (37) |
| 2019 | 21 | 21 (10) |
His ability to finish innings and score quickly has made him a key batter in this matchup.
Why Nicholas Pooran Is Dangerous Against SRH
Pooran’s aggressive batting style makes him a difficult player for bowlers to contain.
Key Strengths
Explosive Finishing Ability
Pooran can accelerate quickly during the final overs of the innings.
Powerful Six-Hitting
He has the ability to clear boundaries regularly, especially against spin bowlers.
High Strike Rate
Pooran often maintains a strike rate above 180–200 in this matchup.
Overall Record Snapshot vs SRH
| Category | Record |
|---|---|
| Innings | 10 |
| Runs | 356 |
| Highest Score | 77 |
| Batting Average | 59.33 |
| Strike Rate | 202.27 |
Conclusion
Nicholas Pooran has built a strong record against Sunrisers Hyderabad in the IPL. With 356 runs in 10 innings and an impressive strike rate above 200, he has consistently delivered impactful performances.
His aggressive style and finishing ability make him one of the most dangerous batters whenever his team faces SRH.
