Sai Sudharsan Breaks Sachin Tendulkar's IPL Record

In the ongoing Indian Premier League 2024, Sai Sudharsan has emerged as a standout performer, showcasing his exceptional talent with the bat. His rise to prominence began in the title clash of the 2023 season, where he made a resounding statement for the Gujarat Titans against the Chennai Super Kings. Sudharsan's remarkable innings of 96 runs off just 47 balls nearly turned the tide of the game in his team's favor, leaving a lasting impression on cricket enthusiasts worldwide. Fast forward a year later, Sudharsan finds himself once again at the same venue, facing the same opponent, and weaving the same magic with the bat. This time, however, he achieves a significant milestone by securing his maiden IPL century. In a moment of sheer brilliance, Sudharsan surpasses the legendary Sachin Tendulkar's record for the fastest to 1000 IPL runs, achieving the feat in just 25 innings compared to Tendulkar's 31.

What sets Sudharsan apart is not just his ability to score big but also his consistency, evident from the seven half-centuries he has already amassed in the IPL. Hailing from Tamil Nadu, Sudharsan's meteoric rise in the world of cricket is a testament to his talent, determination, and unwavering focus on excellence. As he continues to rewrite records and dazzle spectators with his sublime strokeplay, Sudharsan emerges as a formidable force in the realm of Indian cricket, poised to leave an indelible mark on the sport for years to come.

Fewest innings to 1000 IPL runs

21 - Shaun Marsh

23 - Lendl Simmons

25 - Matthew Hayden

25 - Sai Sudharsan*

26 - Jonny Bairstow

The previous best by an Indian cricketer is Ruturaj Gaikwad and Sachin Tendulkar in 31 innings.

In a spectacular display of batting prowess, skipper Shubman Gill and Sai Sudharsan orchestrated a formidable partnership, propelling the home team into a commanding position against CSK's bowling attack. The dynamic duo showcased their class as they stitched together a mammoth 210-run opening stand, facing a total of 98 deliveries.

Gill, leading from the front, notched up his fourth IPL century in style. In the 17th over, he elegantly dispatched a delivery past square leg, reaching the coveted milestone. Remarkably, this marked Gill's sixth century in T20 cricket, with the Narendra Modi Stadium witnessing his fourth century on its turf.

Meanwhile, Sudharsan, in a moment of sheer brilliance, achieved his maiden IPL century with a towering maximum in the same over that witnessed Gill's landmark achievement. The synergy between the two batters was palpable, driving the home crowd into a frenzy with their scintillating strokeplay.

However, their onslaught was halted in the 18th over when Tushar Deshpande managed to dismiss both Sudharsan and Gill, bringing an end to their sensational partnership. Despite their departure, the Gujarat Titans had already amassed a formidable total of 231 for 3, setting the stage for a daunting challenge for their opponents.