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[Saba Sports News] The eighth match of IPL 2024 between Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) and Mumbai Indians (MI) on Wednesday proved to be a historic encounter, witnessing numerous records shattered, including the highest team total and most sixes in a match. Amidst the thrilling cricket action, a heartwarming moment stole the spotlight as Heinrich Klaasen’s 14-month-old daughter, Laya, cheered enthusiastically for her father from the stands.
While SRH’s batsmen showcased an array of sixes, Klaasen stood out with a remarkable innings of 80* off just 34 balls, comprising four boundaries and seven towering sixes. However, the South African cricketer had an extra-special supporter in the stands – his daughter, who waved the SRH flag with adorable enthusiasm.
“The best seat in the house? Right next to Dad’s biggest fan! 🏟️🧡, HK’s little one was all of us today 😍,” SRH captioned the viral video.
Sunrisers Hyderabad’s innings resembled a fireworks display, as they amassed a mammoth total of 277 runs for the loss of only three wickets, setting a new milestone for the highest-ever total in IPL history. Opting to bat first turned out to be a masterstroke for the hosts, as Abhishek Sharma (63) and Travis Head (62) provided a solid foundation. The partnership between Klaasen and his fellow countryman Aiden Markram (42) propelled SRH to a commanding position, with an unbeaten partnership worth 116 runs. Following his scintillating knock, Klaasen even claimed the Orange Cap, surpassing Virat Kohli of Royal Challengers Bangalore.
Despite Mumbai Indians’ valiant efforts in the chase, highlighted by Tilak Varma’s brisk 64 off 34 balls, they ultimately fell short by 31 runs against the relentless onslaught from SRH.