Hyderabad, April 13 -- Former Australian opener Matthew Hayden lauded the tactical brilliance and composure shown by Travis Head and Abhishek Sharma, whose explosive opening stand powered Sunrisers Hyderabad to a historic run chase against Punjab Kings in the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL).

Chasing an intimidating target of 246 at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Head and Abhishek crafted a spectacular 171-run opening partnership in just 12.2 overs.

Head played the supporting role to perfection with a controlled 66 off 37 balls, striking nine boundaries and three sixes. At the other end, Abhishek was in a destructive mood, smashing a sensational 141 off 55 deliveries, decorated with fourteen fours and ten sixes.

Praising th...