Scoring 200-plus can't always be the norm: SRH's Jaydev Unadkat on poor IPL 2025

SRH bowler Jaydev Unadkat feels that always aiming to score 200-plus runs can't be the norm in the IPL any more after the loss to GT. Hyderabad's season has been an underwhelming one, as they have struggled to replicate their form from 2024.

"Last year, we scored 200+ in four or five matches, and that gave us a sense that we had set a standard. But that can’t always be the norm. Other teams and batters are planning better now, and bowlers are also adapting and coming up with new strategies. Last year, swing was enough to make an impact, but this year, it's about using variations effectively. Also, the pitches are playing a big role. Last year we had a lot of flat pitches, whereas this time we’ve had more difficult ones. That’s why we haven’t been able to carry the same momentum."

"I also feel that the average scores in the last few matches have gone up overall. Last year we had a particularly strong batting unit, which led to those high scores. But in the end, winning games is more important than scoring big totals. Even if we score 200, it’s the bowling side’s responsibility to defend it. That’s what truly matters," said Unadkat.