Sai Sudharsan hits maiden First-Class double hundred in Ranji Trophy
Tamil Nadu opener Sai Sudharsan has reached a major milestone in his cricketing career. He scored his maiden First-Class double century in the second round of the Ranji Trophy 2024-25 against Delhi. The match was held at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in New Delhi on Friday. Sudharsan's brilliant innings came after Tamil Nadu's skipper N Jagadeesan was dismissed by pacer Navdeep Saini. Tamil Nadu were 379/1 at stumps from 88 overs. Sudharsan is unscathed at 202.
Sudharsan's partnership with Sundar boosts Tamil Nadu's score
After their team's captain was dismissed, Sudharsan found a reliable ally in Washington Sundar. Their partnership helped Tamil Nadu inch closer to the 400-run mark on Day 1. This strategic alliance proved crucial for the team's performance in the ongoing match against Delhi. Notably, Sundar also showed his mettle with a knock of an unbeaten 96 from 170 balls.
Sudharsan's consistent performance in current season
Sudharsan has been in phenomenal form this season. In the first round match against Saurashtra, he scored a 159-ball knock of 82 runs. He also scored a century for India C during the Duleep Trophy against India A, further proving his batting prowess. His consistent performance highlights his potential as a key player for Tamil Nadu in the ongoing Ranji Trophy tournament.
Sudharsan's T20I debut and previous season performance
Earlier this year, Sudharsan made his T20I debut for India against Zimbabwe. Last season, he represented the Gujarat Giants and scored 527 runs in 12 matches. His highest score of the season was a blistering 103 off just 51 balls against Chennai Super Kings. These career milestones highlight Sudharsan's growing prominence in Indian cricket.
Sixth century for Sudharsan in FC cricket
Playing his 26th First-Class match, Sudharsan has raced to 1,810 runs at an average of over 38. This was his sixth century in FC cricket. He also owns five fifties.
