In a remarkable performance, Sai Sudharsan of the Gujarat Titans scored a century off 57 balls during the IPL 2026 match against Royal Challengers Bengaluru, showcasing his batting prowess with 11 fours and five sixes. This century comes after a modest start to the season, where he had only scored 135 runs in his first six innings. Sudharsan's innings was characterized by control and strategy, as he faced tough bowlers like Bhuvneshwar Kumar and Josh Hazlewood. He became the 14th player to score an IPL century against RCB and the second from his team, following Shubman Gill's achievement in IPL 2023. Additionally, Sudharsan made history by becoming the fastest batter to reach 2,000 runs in IPL, accomplishing this feat in just 47 innings, surpassing the previous record held by Chris Gayle. His consistent performance places him among elite players and highlights his potential as a key player for the franchise.