Shubman Gill and Sai Sudharsan: A Record-Breaking Partnership in IPL
Unmatched Partnership in IPL
Have you ever seen a more reliable batting duo than Shubman Gill and Sai Sudharsan? It's hard to argue otherwise, especially in the context of the Indian Premier League, where they have emerged as the top-scoring all-Indian pair. The Gujarat Titans made a wise decision by securing their services for the long haul.
This match showcased one of the most dominant batting performances in IPL history, as they dismantled the Delhi Capitals. Chasing a target of 200 runs, they achieved it without losing a wicket and with six balls remaining. It may sound unbelievable, but they executed their plan with remarkable ease, maintaining control from the first ball to the last without feeling any pressure regarding the required run rate.
Sudharsan started with an aggressive approach, finding gaps and punishing poor deliveries. His fluent batting allowed Gill to settle in comfortably. Once established, the GT captain shifted gears, matching Sudharsan shot for shot. Their timing of acceleration was impeccable, as they selectively attacked the balls, leaving the DC bowlers baffled. KL Rahul's impressive century in the first innings was quickly overshadowed.
Shubman Gill and Sai Sudharsan's IPL Partnership
Interestingly, this successful partnership has become a routine spectacle for fans. Their consistency is no longer surprising, as they have recorded seven partnerships of over 100 runs in just 30 innings together, second only to the legendary duo of Virat Kohli and AB de Villiers, who achieved ten in 76 innings.
- Span: 2022-2025
- Innings: 30
- Runs: 1985
- Highest Partnership: 210
- Average: 68.44
- Centuries: 7
- Double-centuries: 2
- Fifties: 9
Their combined total of 1985 runs as a partnership is now the highest for any Indian duo in IPL history, solidifying their status as the best homegrown partnership the league has ever seen. Overall, they rank fifth on the all-time list, just 47 runs behind Faf du Plessis and Kohli's total of 2032.
Most Runs by an Indian Pair in an IPL Season
Most runs by an Indian pair in an IPL season:
| Rank | Runs | Pair | Team | Season |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 839 | Shubman Gill & Sai Sudharsan | GT | 2025* |
| 2 | 744 | Shikhar Dhawan & Prithvi Shaw | DC | 2021 |
| 3 | 671 | Mayank Agarwal & KL Rahul | PBKS | 2020 |
| 4 | 602 | Mayank Agarwal & KL Rahul | PBKS | 2021 |
| 5 | 601 | Virat Kohli & Devdutt Padikkal | RCB | 2021 |
Their achievements are even more impressive due to their unique style of play. Both players excel not only in power hitting but also maintain strike rates exceeding 145 (Sudharsan) and 138 (Gill). During their chase against DC, they managed to score at a rate of 10.7 runs per over, comfortably surpassing the required rate of 10. Their elegant shot selection and impeccable timing make for a delightful viewing experience. While GT heavily relies on their partnership, it has evolved into a strength rather than a risk, thanks to their mutual trust.