Sai Sudharsan turned around his IPL 2026 form to etch his name in the record books in a stunning batting display during the RCB vs GT clash at the Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru. The left-hander was facing intense scrutiny but responded to his critics in fine style on Friday. Sudharsan broke several records in the process, including going past Chris Gayle.
Sai Sudharsan breaks Gayle record
Sudharsan became the fastest player to score 2000 runs in IPL. The left-hander has been consistent force for Gujarat Titans since his debut but endured a lean patch in IPL 2026. On Friday, he turned it out, smashing his first century of the season.
Sudharsan reached the 2000-run milestone in just 47 innings. The left-hander needed 72 runs to breach the milestone and did so without breaking a sweat. RCB legend Chris Gayle held the previous record, with 48 innings.
Fewest innings to 2000 IPL runs
47 - Sai Sudharsan*
48 - Chris Gayle
52 - Shaun Marsh
57 - Ruturaj Gaikwad
60 - KL Rahul
