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Sachin Tendulkar Impressed by Sai Sudharsan’s Spectacular Knock in IPL 2023 Final
By CricShots - May 30, 2023 1:16 am
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In the highly anticipated final of IPL 2023, the Chennai Super Kings (CSK) and the Hardik Pandya-led Gujarat Titans (GT) clashed at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. Opting to bat first after losing the toss, the Gujarat Titans got off to a blazing start with Shubman Gill and Wriddhiman Saha leading the charge. Gill scored 39 runs off 20 deliveries, while Saha contributed 54 runs off 39 balls.

Sai Sudharasan
Sai Sudharasan played a brilliant knock

However, it was the electrifying innings of young Indian batsman Sai Sudharsan that stole the show in the summit clash. Initially slow, Sudharsan quickly shifted gears and played a crucial role in helping the defending champions set a massive target.

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Sudharsan’s remarkable knock of 96 runs off 47 balls propelled the Gujarat Titans to a commanding total of 215 runs on the scoreboard. Despite being just 21 years old, Sudharsan left an indelible mark on IPL 2023, earning praise from all corners, including cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar.

Taking to Twitter, Sachin Tendulkar lauded the knock of Sudharshan and wrote, “Tonight, Sai was a treat to the eye! Well played @sais_1509.”

 

Now, the Chennai Super Kings face the daunting task of chasing down the target of 215 runs to secure their fifth IPL title. Led by MS Dhoni, CSK will unleash their full firepower to achieve this feat. On the other hand, the defending champions will be determined to display an enthralling bowling performance.

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With the likes of Mohammed Shami and Rashid Khan in their bowling arsenal, the Gujarat Titans pose a formidable challenge for Chennai. Both Shami and Rashid have been in exceptional form, with Shami currently holding the IPL purple cap for taking 28 wickets in 17 matches, closely followed by Rashid with 27 wickets in 17 games.