India | Top order Batter

Bhardwaj Sai Sudharsan is an Indian International cricketer, who plays for Tamil Nadu in domestic cricket and for Gujarat Titans in the IPL and Surrey County Cricket Club in County Championship. He made his debut for Indian cricket team in One-day Internationals in a series against South Africa in December 2023.

Full Name Bhardwaj Sai Sudharsan	Born October 15, 2001, Chennai	Age 23y 219d
Batting Style Left hand Bat	Bowling Style Legbreak	Playing Role Top order Batter

TEAMS

India Gujarat Titans India A Lyca Kovai Kings

Tamil Nadu Chepauk Super Gillies Rest of India South Zone

Sai Sudharsan: The Rising Star of Indian Cricket

About Him

Sai Sudharsan Bharadwaj (born October 15, 2001) is an Indian top-order batter renowned for his elegant strokeplay and adaptability across formats. Representing Tamil Nadu domestically and Gujarat Titans in the IPL, he has swiftly emerged as a key player in Indian cricket. Transitioning from domestic circuits to international stages, his journey reflects relentless dedication and technical finesse.

Early Career & Domestic Breakthrough

Sudharsan’s cricketing journey began in Tamil Nadu’s age-group teams, where his consistency caught selectors’ attention. He debuted in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy (T20) in 2018, showcasing his flair for anchoring innings . Transitioning to List A cricket , he made his Vijay Hazare Trophy debut in 2019, scoring 35 on his first appearance and averaging 36.25 across five matches .His first-class debut came later that year, where he demonstrated resilience against seasoned bowlers.By 2023–24, he became Tamil Nadu’s pivotal batsman, ranking among the state’s top run-scorers .

International Ascent

Sudharsan’s breakthrough came in 2023 when he earned his ODI debut , capitalizing on his IPL form to secure a spot in India’s limited-overs setup . Though yet to feature in T20Is or Tests, his aggressive yet measured approach positions him as a future contender for national selection. His ability to rotate strike and accelerate in the death overs aligns with modern cricket’s demands, making him a valuable asset for India’s middle order.

B Sai Sudharsan IPL factfile

– B Sai Sudharsan was picked up by Gujarat Titans (GT) at the IPL 2022 mega auction for his base price of INR 20 lakh.

– Sai Sudharsan scored a steady 35 on debut and played five games in his first season, averaging 36.25.

– Sai Sudharsan had a breakthrough season at IPL 2023, where he played just eight games, batting up the order, and still finished third on the run-scorers’ list for GT with 362 runs at 51.71, which included three fifties.

– The highlight of Sai Sudharsan’s IPL 2023 season was the final where he smashed a 47-ball 96, with eight fours and six sixes, though GT went down to Chennai Super Kings (CSK) off the last ball.

– In IPL 2024, Sai Sudharsan continued his good form and finished as GT’s leading scorer with 527 runs. He scored his first IPL century against CSK, and in the process became the fastest Indian to 1000 IPL runs.

Strong Zones

Sudharsan thrives in high-pressure situations, exemplified by his IPL final cameo . His strong back-foot play and clean ball-striking allow him to dominate spinners and pacers alike. Additionally, his adaptability across formats—from red-ball patience to T20 aggression—highlights his cricketing intelligence.

Legacy & Impact

At just 23, Sudharsan is poised to become a mainstay in Indian cricket. His rise from Tamil Nadu’s domestic ranks to IPL stardom underscores his relentless work ethic. As Gujarat Titans’ cornerstone, he has redefined the role of a top-order batter, blending stability with explosive strokeplay. With consistent performances, he aims to cement his place in India’s white-ball squads, potentially following the footsteps of contemporaries like Shubman Gill.

Sai Sudharsan Career Stats

Batting & Fielding

Format	Mat	Inns	NO	Runs	HS	Ave	BF	SR	100s	50s	4s	6s	Ct	St
ODIs	3	3	1	127	62	63.50	142	89.43	0	2	17	1	1	0
T20Is	1	–	–	–	–	–	–	–	–	–	–	–	0	0
FC	29	49	0	1957	213	39.93	3554	55.06	7	5	205	10	20	0
List A	28	27	4	1396	154	60.69	1460	95.61	6	6	153	17	8	0
T20s	57	56	7	2129	108*	43.44	1552	137.17	2	13	208	55	16	0

Bowling

Format	Mat	Inns	Balls	Runs	Wkts	BBI	BBM	Ave	Econ	SR	4w	5w	10w
ODIs	3	1	3	8	0	–	–	–	16.00	–	0	0	0
T20Is	1	–	–	–	–	–	–	–	–	–	–	–	–
FC	29	8	114	93	0	–	–	–	4.89	–	0	0	0
List A	28	4	21	22	3	1/0	1/0	7.33	6.28	7.0	0	0	0
T20s	57	–	–	–	–	–	–	–	–	–	–	–	–

Sai Sudharsan T20 Stats

Batting & Fielding

Tournament	Teams	Mat	Inns	NO	Runs	HS	Ave	BF	SR	100s	50s	4s	6s	Ct	St
IPL	GT	37	37	4	1651	108*	50.03	1136	145.33	2	11	163	51	10	0

Bowling

Tournament	Teams	Mat	Inns	Balls	Runs	Wkts	BBI	BBM	Ave	Econ	SR	4w	5w	10w
IPL	GT	37	–	–	–	–	–	–	–	–	–	–	–	–

Debut/Last Matches of Sai Sudharsan

ODI Matches

Debut

South Africa vs India at Johannesburg – December 17, 2023

Last

South Africa vs India at Paarl – December 21, 2023

T20I Matches

Only

Zimbabwe vs India at Harare – July 07, 2024

FC Matches

Debut

Hyderabad vs Tamil Nadu at Hyderabad – December 13 – 16, 2022

Last

Vidarbha vs Tamil Nadu at Nagpur – February 08 – 11, 2025

List A Matches

Debut

Tamil Nadu vs Mumbai at Thumba – December 08, 2021

Last

South Africa vs India at Paarl – December 21, 2023

T20 Matches

Debut

Tamil Nadu vs Maharashtra at Lucknow – November 04, 2021

Last

DC vs GT at Delhi – May 18, 2025

2025 IPL TEAM

Delhi Capitals  Sunrisers Hyderabad  Rajasthan Royals  Chennai Super kings  Gujrat Titans  Kolkata knight Riders  Lucknow Super Giants  Mumbai Indians Punjab Kings  Royal Challengers Bengaluru