April 28, 2024: Sai Sudharsan popularity reached a new high when he struck a brilliant fifty in IPL 2024. Meanwhile, Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s Virat Kohli showcased his batting strength, solidifying his grip on the coveted Orange Cap. Kohli’s remarkable performance in the match against Gujarat Titans saw him adding 70 runs to his tally, reaching a remarkable milestone of 500 runs for this season.
On the opposing side, Gujarat Titans’ Sai Sudharsan continued his impressive run-scoring streak in IPL 2024. Facing off against Royal Challengers Bengaluru at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad, Sudharsan crafted an unbeaten fifty, further enhancing his team’s position in the tournament.
Following their remarkable knocks in previous matches, Sanju Samson and KL Rahul witnessed a slight dip in their Orange Cap standings, now occupying the 3rd and 4th positions respectively. Similarly, Rishabh Pant, Delhi Capitals’ skipper, experienced a drop to the 5th spot after his notable 19-ball-29 performance.
Sai Sudharsan creates a Gujarat Titans Fans Frenzy
Sai Sudharsan’s stellar contribution to Gujarat Titans’ innings saw him amass an impressive 84 not out off just 49 balls. With this feat, he joined the elite ranks alongside Virat Kohli as the only other player to breach the 400-run mark in the ongoing IPL season.
Meanwhile, Kolkata Knight Riders’ all-rounder Sunil Narine climbed up to the fifth spot in the Orange Cap race following his explosive performance against Punjab Kings at the Eden Gardens on Friday. Narine’s quickfire knock further spices up the competition for the coveted title in IPL 2024.