Sai Sudharsan (Indian Cricketer) Biography

Quick Info

Profession	Cricketer
Nationality	Indian
Date of Birth	15/10/2001
Age	24 years
Birthplace	Venkatesa Agraharam, Mylapore, Chennai, Tamil Nadu

Latest News about Sai Sudharsan

01/06/2025

Sai Sudharsan made his Test debut for India on 20 June 2025 against England, marking a significant milestone in his international career after consistent domestic and IPL performances. In six Tests, he has scored 302 runs including two fifties. This debut came after his standout IPL 2025 season where he led the run charts.

01/04/2025

In the 2025 IPL season, Sai Sudharsan won the Orange Cap for most runs with 759 runs, including six half-centuries and one century at an average of 54.21 for Gujarat Titans. He became the youngest cricketer to win the award and the youngest to cross 700 runs in a single IPL season. His exceptional performance solidified his position as a top-order batter.

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Bio/Wiki

Full name	Bharadwaj Sai Sudharsan

Physical Stats & More

Height	5' 9"
Weight	65 kg
Eye Color	Black
Hair Color	Black

Educational Qualification(s)

School	DAV School, Chennai; Santhome Higher Secondary School, Chennai
College/University	Ramakrishna Mission Vivekananda College, Chennai
Qualification	Bachelor's degree in Commerce

Personal Life

Religion	Hinduism
Food Habit	Non-vegetarian

Relationships & More

Marital Status	Unmarried
Affairs/Girlfriends	N/A

Family

Father	Bharadwaj R (International athlete)
Mother	Alagu Usha Bharadwaj (State-level volleyball player)
Siblings	Brother - Sairam Bharadwaj

Career

International Debut	ODI - 17 December 2023 against South Africa at Wanderers Stadium, Johannesburg
Domestic/State Team	Tamil Nadu Under-14, Tamil Nadu Under-16, Tamil Nadu Under-19, Triplicane Friends United Cricket Club (TFUCC), India A, Alwarpet CC, Tamil Nadu, Jolly Rovers Cricket Club, Chepauk Super Gillies, Lyca Kovai Kings, Gujarat Titans
Coach/Mentor	M Venkataramana
Batting Style	Left-handed
Bowling Style	Left-arm leg break
Favourite Shot	Straight Drive

Favourites

Cricketer	Michael Hussey
Food	Chicken Biryani
Film	Nanban
Song	One Kiss by Dua Lipa

Some Lesser Known Facts

1. Sai Sudharsan, an Indian cricketer, is known for his striking abilities.
2. He has scored numerous runs for Tamil Nadu in domestic tournaments in India.
3. Sai represented Lyca Kovai Kings in the Tamil Nadu Premier League and Gujarat Titans in the Indian Premier League.
4. His interest in cricket began in childhood while playing with his brother.
5. In 2017, Sai played for Triplicane Friends United Cricket Club in the TNCA third division.
6. During the 2019 Vijay Merchant and Vinoo Mankad tournaments, he scored two centuries.
7. Sai played for India A in the 2019 U-19 Challenger series.
8. He was the highest run-scorer in the 2019-20 Rajah of Palayampatti Shield Trophy.
9. In the 2021 TNPL season, he was the leading run-scorer.
10. Sai made his T20 debut for Tamil Nadu in April 2021 and his ODI debut in December 2021.
11. Gujarat Titans bought Sai for Rs 20 lakhs in the 2022 IPL mega-auction.
12. In his IPL debut in April 2022, Sai scored 35 runs.
13. Sai was the top run-scorer for Jolly Rovers Cricket Club in the TNCA senior division in 2022.
14. He made his Test debut for Tamil Nadu in December 2022.
15. Sai served as the vice-captain of the Tamil Nadu team.
16. He was the third-highest run-scorer in the 2022-23 Vijay Hazare Trophy.
17. Sai was the most expensive player in the 2023 TNPL auction.
18. In IPL 2023, Sai scored 62 runs against Delhi Capitals.
19. His hard work was praised by Gujarat Titans captain, Hardik Pandya.
20. Sunil Gavaskar acknowledged Sai's temperament and potential.
21. Sai's mother is a strength and conditioning coach and supported his fitness training.
22. His parents instilled discipline and mental strength in him.
23. Sai mentioned he would have pursued singing if not cricket.
24. Among his hobbies are dining out and playing PlayStation.
25. He set a world record for an opening partnership in List A cricket.
26. Sai scored his first ODI fifty on his debut against South Africa.
27. Coaches praised Sai's work ethic and talent.
28. His performances in various leagues and tournaments have garnered attention.
29. In IPL 2024, he was Gujarat Titans' leading run-scorer with 527 runs, including a maiden IPL century against CSK.
30. In the 2024/25 Ranji Trophy, he scored his maiden double century for Tamil Nadu against Delhi.
31. He made his Test debut for India on 20 June 2025 against England.
32. In IPL 2025, he won the Orange Cap with 759 runs including six half-centuries and one century.
33. He played for Surrey in the 2023 County Championship.

Sai Sudharsan Cricketer Indian Venkatesa Agraharam, Mylapore, Chennai, Tamil Nadu