Sai Sudharsan Reveals How IPL Experience Shaped His Game

Sai Sudharsan has developed rapidly as a cricketer since he began playing in the [IPL] in 2022. His experience in the [Indian Premier League] has been characterized by solid performances and beautiful shots that have won the admiration of fans and pundits. The [IPL] provided him with a platform to confront solid bowlers and learn how to deal with pressure. Sai informs that the biggest thing for him has been the [IPL experience of playing in IPL]. This [experience] has groomed his game and made him an improved player. He feels that having a part in numerous matches and facing time in the middle contributed to his development.

Sai Sudharsan has been in excellent form in [IPL 2025]. He made 186 runs across merely three matches while representing [Gujarat Titans]. This puts him as the second highest run-scorer in the tournament till date. His performances have indicated how much he has learnt and how much he has improved from his stay in the [IPL]. Sai is an opening left-hander and has also represented [India] in three [ODIs] and one [T20I]. He feels that learning from actual match situations is quite different from practicing in the nets. He told that after a player becomes accustomed to various match conditions he begins to learn more about how to deal with them. This makes him tougher and wiser on the field.

Sai Sudharsan is a 'do and learn' kind of person. According to him, he has developed his [batting] through experiencing real pressure and experimenting various things on the ground. For him [game time in IPL] has been the major learning on how to better his shots and how to strategize. This is what he learnt most from the [Indian Premier League] and he feels fortunate for this opportunity. His latest innings against [Royal Challengers Bengaluru] demonstrated how intense and prepared he is. He scored 49 runs in 36 balls and helped [Gujarat Titans] win the game by eight wickets.

While playing the game he was also visualizing his shots before hitting them. He was visualizing a scoop shot a straight drive and a flick shot. He then played the same shots with skill and perfect timing. This was evidence of how he uses [visualization] as an aid to prepare for matches. He told that he observes what bowlers do before each match and thinks about what he will do. He first tries those thoughts in practice and then executes them in the match. This step-by-step approach keeps him prepared and gives him good performance.

Sai further stated that [practice hard work] matters a lot to him. He observes bowlers carefully and manages to take small advantages. Then he tests whether those shots will be effective in actual matches. He initially experiments with them in the nets and then visualizes the shots in his mind and finally plays them in matches. This keeps him sharp and confident. He is a person who never takes success for granted. Even after good scores he continues to try and improve.

Sai Sudharsan also discussed his [mindset] while playing. He explained that he always wishes to make runs and make his team victorious. He never gets satisfied and always desires to do better. This eagerness to do more drives him to continue. He explained that he wishes to continue shattering his own boundaries and achieve higher points in each match. He realizes that only by challenging himself he can develop and remain ahead.

He will then be seen playing for [Gujarat Titans] against [Sunrisers Hyderabad] at the [Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium]. With his peaceful and clear mind Sai is set to continue giving his best. His concentration on [visualization] [practice] and [match experience] is what makes him a unique player. Each run he scores now is supported by years of hard work and intelligent learning in the [IPL].

Sai Sudharsan’s story is a strong example of how playing in the [Indian Premier League] helps young players grow. The [experience gained from playing in IPL] has given him confidence discipline and the right attitude. His journey shows that if a player works hard and stays hungry for growth then success will surely follow