Gujarat Titans faced a challenging situation against the Delhi Capitals during their chase of 163 runs. With the loss of Wriddhiman Saha (14), Shubman Gill (14), and captain Hardik Pandya (5), the defending champions were in dire need of a partnership. The 21-year-old Sai Sudharsan from Tamil Nadu stepped up to the challenge, showcasing his incredible skill and potential.
Filling in the void left by the injured Kane Williamson, Sudharsan took on the responsibility of batting at No.3 for the Titans. He proved his worth by scoring 62 runs off 48 balls, including four boundaries and two sixes. His performance, along with David Miller’s unbeaten 31, helped the Titans achieve back-to-back victories in IPL 2023.
Anil Kumble, a legendary figure in Indian cricket, lauded the young batter for his temperament and maturity. The former Indian captain also praised all-rounder Vijay Shankar (29), who joined Sudharsan for a critical 53-run partnership for the fourth wicket.
Kumble said, “Gujarat has always created that aura about themselves ‘we’ll restrict you to 160 and get that’. With an impact player like Sai Sudharsan, it makes it even easier for them. He constructed the innings perfectly.”
Former Indian wicketkeeper-batter Parthiv Patel also expressed admiration for Sudharsan’s compact technique. He highlighted the young talent’s experience in First Class cricket and how playing for a winning team like the Titans has shaped his mentality. Patel emphasized Sudharsan’s maturity and predicted a bright future for the budding star.
As IPL 2023 progresses, all eyes will be on the young Sai Sudharsan to see if he can maintain his exceptional performance and continue to impress the cricket world. With the backing of legends like Anil Kumble and Parthiv Patel, the future looks promising for this rising star.