Male Cricketer
Bharadwaj Sai Sudharsan, known as Sai Sudarshan, is an emerging Indian cricketer born on October 15, 2001. He has actively participated in various cricket leagues, notably the Tamil Nadu Premier League (TNPL). Representing Tamil Nadu in domestic cricket and the Gujarat Titans in the Indian Premier League (IPL), Sudarshan has showcased his batting prowess.
In the 2019/20 Raja of Palayampatti Shield, he stood out as Alwarpet CC's top run-scorer, amassing 635 runs at an impressive average of 52.92. His Twenty20 debut occurred on November 4, 2021, during the 2021–22 Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy. He further marked his presence by making his List A debut for Tamil Nadu in the 2021–22 Vijay Hazare Trophy on December 8, 2021. His exceptional performance in the TNPL earned him a spot in the Gujarat Titans for the 2022 IPL after being acquired in the auction.
Sudarshan's IPL debut came in April 2022 when he replaced Vijay Shankar due to an injury. His family background is deeply rooted in sports, with his father being a former Indian athlete and his mother excelling in state-level volleyball.
In the 2023 IPL season, Sudarshan's batting prowess continued to shine as he scored an impressive 362 runs with an average of 51.71. Notably, he contributed 96 runs in the IPL final despite the Titans' eventual loss. Demonstrating his skills beyond the IPL, he played a pivotal role in the 2023 ACC Emerging Teams Asia Cup match against Pakistan A cricket team, smashing an unbeaten 104* off 110 balls to secure a resounding victory for the India A cricket team.
Overall, Sudarshan's journey from local leagues to national and international stages highlights his rapid rise in the cricketing world, showcasing his potential as a valuable asset to Indian cricket