Key Points
- Gujarat Titans’ Sai Sudharsan became the fastest Indian and second-fastest overall to reach 2,000 T20 runs, achieving the milestone in just 54 innings during IPL 2025 Match 51 against Sunrisers Hyderabad.
- Sudharsan’s 48 off 23 balls helped him reclaim the Orange Cap as the tournament’s leading run-scorer, surpassing cricket legends like Sachin Tendulkar and Brad Hodge in the process.
- He also holds the record for the fastest Indian to 1,500 IPL runs, reaching the mark in only 35 innings.
- The 23-year-old left-hander has been in sensational form, scoring over 500 runs in just 10 matches this season and consistently providing strong starts for GT.
- Gujarat Titans defeated Sunrisers Hyderabad by 38 runs, moving up to second place in the IPL 2025 points table.
New Delhi: Gujarat Titans’ opener Sai Sudharsan etched his name in T20 cricket history during the 51st match of IPL 2025, playing a pivotal 48-run knock against Sunrisers Hyderabad at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. The 23-year-old left-hander from Tamil Nadu reached the coveted 2,000-run mark in T20 cricket in just his 54th innings, surpassing Indian legend Sachin Tendulkar’s record and becoming the fastest Indian ever to achieve the feat.
Historic Milestones and Record-Breaking Feats
- Second-Fastest Globally: Only Australia’s Shaun Marsh has reached 2,000 T20 runs faster, in 53 innings. Sudharsan’s achievement puts him ahead of international stars like Brad Hodge, Marcus Trescothick, Muhammad Wasim, and Sachin Tendulkar, who all took more innings to reach the milestone.
- Fastest Indian to 1,500 IPL Runs: Sudharsan also became the quickest Indian to 1,500 IPL runs, reaching the mark in just 35 innings-well ahead of Tendulkar and Ruturaj Gaikwad, who took 44 innings each.
- Consistent IPL 2025 Form: With his brisk 48 off 23 balls (including nine boundaries), Sudharsan reclaimed the Orange Cap, becoming the first player to cross 500 runs in IPL 2025. He has scored five fifties in ten matches and has only one single-digit score this season, underlining his consistency.
Match Summary: GT vs SRH, IPL 2025 Match 51
Gujarat Titans posted a formidable 224/6, with Sudharsan and Shubman Gill (76) forging a powerful 87-run opening partnership. Sudharsan’s aggressive start included a flurry of boundaries, helping GT reach their highest-ever powerplay total of 82 runs. Though he missed a half-century by just two runs, his innings set the tone for GT’s 38-run victory, which propelled them to second place on the points table.
A Star on the Rise
Since his IPL debut, Sudharsan has quickly become a mainstay for Gujarat Titans, breaking records for fastest runs and consistently delivering under pressure. His remarkable rise has sparked calls for his inclusion in India’s national squads across formats, with experts praising his composure and technique.
Sai Sudharsan’s record-breaking run in IPL 2025 has made him the fastest Indian to 2,000 T20 runs and a key contender for the Orange Cap. His explosive batting and historic achievements are driving Gujarat Titans’ success and marking him as one of the brightest young stars in Indian cricket.
