Sai Sudharsan Falls After Fluent 52, Ends Strong GT Opening Stand at Eden
Sai Sudharsan continued his red-hot form with a brisk half-century before Andre Russell dismissed him against the run of play.
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Sai Sudharsan Falls After Fluent 52, Ends Strong GT Opening Stand at Eden
Sai Sudharsan continued to impress in IPL 2025, notching yet another fluent half-century at the top of the order for Gujarat Titans in their clash against Kolkata Knight Riders at Eden Gardens. His composed 52 off 36 deliveries laid a solid platform, but a soft dismissal to Andre Russell brought an end to his stay.
The Wicket – Russell Strikes Against the Flow
Over 12.2 – Andre Russell delivered a sharp, short-of-length ball outside off with seam upright. Sudharsan attempted a late cut, only to feather a faint edge through to keeper Rahmanullah Gurbaz, who took it cleanly. While Russell didn’t appeal loudly, Sudharsan walked, acknowledging the edge.
GT 114/1 after 12.2 overs
🎙️ Commentary Note: “It’s the golden arm of Russell like someone said recently. Breaks a dangerous stand with a ball that looked harmless.”
Sai Sudharsan – Knock Breakdown
| Runs | Balls | Fours | Sixes | Strike Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 52 | 36 | 6 | 1 | 144.44 |
- Took calculated risks early, especially against spin
- Rotated strike efficiently with Gill
- Played a standout uppercut for six off Vaibhav Arora
- Reached his fifty in 32 balls
IPL 2025 Form Snapshot
Sudharsan’s performance today is part of a stellar run this season:
| Matches | Runs | Average | SR | 50s | Orange Cap Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8 | 417 | 52.13 | 142.78 | 5 | 1st |
He continues to top the Orange Cap standings, showcasing remarkable consistency at the top of the order.
Impact of the Wicket
- Ends a 114-run opening stand with Shubman Gill
- Offers KKR a breakthrough just as GT looked set for 200+
- Brings Sherfane Rutherford to the crease in a critical middle-over phase
- Shifts momentum slightly back to KKR, who needed a wicket badly
Expert View
📢 Sanjay Manjrekar on Star Sports:
“Sai Sudharsan is IPL 2025’s Mr. Reliable. The elegance and control he brings are rare. Dismissals like these happen, but his 50 today again set GT up beautifully.”
Disclaimer: Stats and match context are accurate as of the 12.2-over mark in GT’s innings on April 21, 2025. Further developments may change the match scenario.
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