Image Credits: JioStarRajasthan Royals pacer Jofra Archer endured a nightmare spell against Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) in the ongoing IPL 2025 clash, conceding a record-breaking 76 runs in his four-over quota. This unwanted feat makes Archer the bowler with the most expensive spell in IPL history, surpassing Gujarat Titans’ Mohit Sharma, who had conceded 73 runs against Delhi Capitals in IPL 2024.
SRH batters dismantle Archer
Archer, known for his express pace and ability to trouble batters with sharp bounce, found himself at the receiving end of an onslaught led by Ishan Kishan and Heinrich Klaasen. The English pacer was taken apart across all phases of his spell, with boundaries flowing at will.
At the end of 18 overs, SRH had raced to a staggering 256/3, with Ishan Kishan hammering an unbeaten 86 off 42 balls, while Klaasen provided fireworks with 32 off just 12 deliveries. The relentless assault saw Archer’s economy rate skyrocket to 19.00, as he failed to contain the carnage.
A record to forget
The previous record belonged to Mohit Sharma, who leaked 73 runs in four overs while playing for Gujarat Titans against Delhi Capitals in 2024. Archer’s spell now stands as the most expensive in IPL history, a record he would have preferred to avoid. Here’s a list of most expensive spells in IPL:
0/76 – Jofra Archer vs RR, 2025
0/73 – Mohit Sharma vs DC, 2024
0/70 – Basil Thampi vs RCB, 2018
0/69 – Yash Dayal vs KKR, 2023
1/68 – Reece Topley vs MI, 2024
1/68 – Luke Wood vs DC, 2024
With SRH’s batting juggernaut in full swing, the Royals face an uphill task in their pursuit of an imposing total. Archer, who has been a vital part of RR’s bowling attack, will be keen to bounce back in the tournament after this rough outing.
