Sai Sudharsan records two hit-wicket dismissals in IPL playoffs
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: May 30, 2026, 10:34 AM
Last updated May 30, 2026
Sai Sudharsan faced a rare fate in the IPL playoffs, suffering two hit-wicket dismissals in consecutive matches. His bat slipped and struck the stumps, resulting in scores of 14 against Royal Challengers Bangalore and 58 against Rajasthan Royals. Despite Sudharsan's unusual setbacks, the Gujarat Titans managed to secure victories in both games. After the incidents, he humorously stated a need for improved grip technology. The performances have contributed to his and the team's ongoing playoff campaign.
- •Sai Sudharsan suffered consecutive hit-wicket dismissals.
- •He scored 14 runs against RCB and 58 against RR.
- •The Gujarat Titans won both matches despite his dismissals.
- •Sudharsan humorously called for better grip technology.
- 10:34 AMYahoo Sports — 'I need some grip tech': Sai Sudharsan's hilarious response after another freak dismissal
"Sai Sudharsan etched his name in IPL history with two consecutive hit-wicket dismissals in the 2026 playoffs. His bat slipped and hit the stumps in back-to-back matches, first for 14 against RCB and then for a quickfire 58 against RR. Despite the bizarre setbacks, Gujarat Titans secured wins in both encounters, with Sudharsan humorously vowing to improve his grip.
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