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Sai Sudharsan's Unbeaten Century Secures Gujarat Titans' Playoff Spot

The 23-year-old opener leads IPL 2025 scoring charts with 617 runs, showcasing mental resilience and refined technique.

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Overview

  • Sai Sudharsan scored an unbeaten 108 off 61 balls against Delhi Capitals, his second IPL century, to chase down 200 in 19 overs and secure Gujarat Titans' playoff berth.
  • He leads the IPL 2025 batting charts with 617 runs in 12 matches, including a Powerplay strike rate of 157.56, marking significant improvement in his early-innings explosiveness.
  • Sudharsan and Shubman Gill have set a record for the most runs by an Indian opening pair in IPL history, amassing 839 runs this season.
  • The left-hander credits his recent success to enhanced mental belief and game awareness rather than technical changes, supported by insights from players like Jos Buttler.
  • Sudharsan is set to join India A in England and is viewed as a strong contender for a top-three spot in India's senior Test team for the upcoming series.