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Sai Sudharsan: IPL is a platform to perform, not just a comeback route

Gujarat Titans opener Sai Sudharsan emphasized viewing the IPL as a prime platform for performance and growth, not merely a pathway to national selection. He stressed the importance of mental preparation, revealing his routine includes yoga, meditation, and visualization. Sudharsan treats all tournaments with similar preparation, focusing on versatility and team success. The Titans are currently ninth in the table, still seeking their first points of the season.

Key Points: Sai Sudharsan on IPL as platform, mental prep for Gujarat Titans

  • IPL is a performance platform
  • Mental prep is key in T20
  • Yoga and meditation routine
  • Focus on versatility and team
  • GT seeks first win
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"IPL is one of biggest platforms": GT opener Sai Sudharsan ahead of DC clash

GT's Sai Sudharsan says IPL is a platform to perform & grow. He details his mental fitness routine of yoga & meditation ahead of DC clash.

"IPL is one of biggest platforms": GT opener Sai Sudharsan ahead of DC clash
"IPL is one of the biggest platforms anybody can get. - Sai Sudharsan"

New Delhi, April 7

Gujarat Titans opener Sai Sudharsan has emphasised that the Indian Premier League should be seen as a platform to perform and grow, rather than solely as a route to a national comeback.

Speaking at a pre-match press conference ahead of GT's clash with Delhi Capitals (DC) on Wednesday, Sudharsan highlighted the importance of versatility and preparation.

"As you know, IPL is one of the biggest platforms anybody can get. I think the mindset should be to do our best, be as versatile as possible, and equip ourselves for any situation that comes up. Focus on your team, and I think greater things will happen on their own," Sudharsan said.

He added that he treats every tournament similarly in terms of preparation and effort.

"I think I do not look at it as a different tournament. Wherever I play, whatever matches I play, the preparation is very similar, and the effort or the hard work behind it is very similar. I am just grateful and lucky enough to execute it here," he noted.

Sudharsan also highlighted the importance of mental preparation in modern T20 cricket, saying that staying mentally sharp is as crucial as honing skills.

Speaking during the pre-match press conference, Sudharsan detailed his approach to maintaining focus and clarity on the field.

"I think once the pre-season and pre-season camp are over, it's all about fine-tuning and having your thoughts clear. Having your mind organised is the biggest thing," he said.

Sudharsan revealed that he invests considerable time in mental fitness, incorporating yoga, meditation, and visualisation into his routine. "I put a lot of time into that. I do yoga and a lot of meditation, visualisation to keep myself mentally fit," he added.

Gujarat Titans are currently languishing at ninth spot in the IPL 2026 points table with no points in two matches and a Net Run Rate (NRR) of -0.424. They are amongst the only two teams this season without a single point to their name.

The other team is the Chennai Super Kings, who have no points to show after three losses in three matches.

- ANI

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Sarah B
Interesting perspective. As a newer cricket fan, I appreciate him talking about the mental game. Yoga and visualization aren't things you typically associate with high-intensity T20, but it makes complete sense. GT needs to turn things around quickly though!
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Ananya R
Good to see a young player with such a mature head on his shoulders. Not getting carried away by the hype and focusing on the process. But GT at 9th? Bhai, ab toh kuch karo! We need wins, not just wise words. 😅
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Vikram M
He's right about it being a platform, not just a comeback route. Players like him, Jitesh, Abhishek are building careers here. The national selection will happen if you consistently perform for your franchise. All the best to GT tonight!
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Karthik V
Respectfully, while I agree with his mindset, the team's performance is worrying. Being at the bottom with CSK is not a good look. The focus on 'greater things happening on their own' needs to be matched with urgent results on the field. The platform only rewards performance.
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Priya S
Love his emphasis on yoga and meditation! It's our ancient strength. Modern cricket is so much about the mind. Hope he scores big today against DC. GT needs a solid start from him. 💪

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