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B Sai Sudharsan has emerged as a rising star in Indian cricket, catching the attention of veteran players like Robin Uthappa. His remarkable performance in IPL 2025, where he scored 759 runs, has positioned him as a potential three-format player for Team India. Uthappa highlights Sudharsan's evolution from being retired out to becoming the Orange Cap holder, showcasing his rapid skill development. With upcoming opportunities in Test cricket and potential T20 World Cup selection, Sudharsan represents the next generation of Indian cricket talent.

Key Points: Sudharsan Joins Gill, Jaiswal as India's Future Cricket Star

  • Sudharsan scored 759 runs in IPL 2025 with exceptional strike rate
  • Considered alongside Gill and Jaiswal as future cricket talent
  • Potential Test debut in upcoming England tour
  • Impressive transformation in batting approach
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Sudharsan is one of India's future three-format players, alongside Gill and Jaiswal: Uthappa

Robin Uthappa highlights B Sai Sudharsan's remarkable IPL performance and potential as a three-format player for Team India

"His evolution over the last couple of years has been phenomenal - Robin Uthappa"

New Delhi, June 9

According to former India cricketer Robin Uthappa, left-handed opener B Sai Sudharsan is poised to be one of India’s leading all-format players in the future alongside Shubman Gill and Yashasvi Jaiswal.

Sudharsan recently ended as IPL 2025’s leading run-getter with 759 runs from 15 innings coming at an average of 54.21, including striking one century and six fifties for the Gujarat Titans’. The left-handed opener has played three ODIs and one T20I for India, and could well make his Test debut on the five-match tour of England starting on June 20.

"One name that immediately comes to mind is Sai Sudharsan. His evolution over the last couple of years has been phenomenal. Just last year, he was retired out in a game for not scoring quickly enough. And this year, he hasn’t changed his technique or approach — he’s just added a couple of shots, knows when to accelerate, and suddenly his strike rate has jumped from 130 to 170. Now, he’s the Orange Cap holder. That’s mighty impressive.

"I genuinely believe he’s one of India’s future three-format players, alongside the likes of Shubman Gill and Yashasvi Jaiswal — all young guns in their own right. Then you’ve got players like Priyansh Arya, Prabhsimran Singh, and so many others stepping up. This is a boiling pot of talent — and I don’t think it’s slowing down anytime soon," said Uthappa on the sidelines of Australian Summer of Cricket 2025/26 launch.

With India set to defend ICC Men’s T20 World Cup next year at home and in Sri Lanka, former captain and head coach Anil Kumble believes captain Suryakumar Yadav and coach Gautam Gambhir have a serious task at their hands in deciding who can be in the final squad for the mega event.

"Priyansh Arya, Prabhsimran Singh, Vaibhav Suryavanshi — all of them will definitely be in contention for a World Cup spot. It’s about using the remaining T20s before the tournament to figure out the best 15-man squad. You already have Shubman Gill, Sai Sudharsan, Yashasvi Jaiswal — all Test players who can also thrive in T20s. Then there's Sanju Samson. So it’s going to be a challenge figuring out who makes the cut. Fitness will play a key role — you want a fully fit squad going into a World Cup, and I’m sure that’s something the selectors and management will be closely monitoring," he concluded.

- IANS

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Rahul K.
Sudharsan's consistency is remarkable! From being retired out last season to Orange Cap this year - what a turnaround! 🇮🇳 The way he's adapted his game shows great maturity for a young player. Indian cricket's future looks bright with talents like him, Gill and Jaiswal.
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Priya M.
While I appreciate Sudharsan's talent, we shouldn't rush him into Tests just yet. England conditions are tough for any debutant. Maybe start him in home series first? Our batting lineup is already stacked - healthy competition is good but let's not put too much pressure on youngsters.
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Arjun S.
The real headache will be selecting the T20 WC squad! So many quality openers now - Gill, Jaiswal, Sudharsan, even Ruturaj. Good problem to have though 😊 Remember when we struggled to find stable openers after Sehwag-Gambhir era? Now we're spoiled for choice!
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Sneha R.
Uthappa makes a great point about Sudharsan improving without changing his technique. That's the sign of a smart cricketer! In IPL we see so many players trying fancy shots and losing their way. This boy has kept it simple and effective. Hope he gets more chances in blue jersey soon!
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Vikram J.
Let's not forget about domestic performers like Sarfaraz Khan and Rajat Patidar while praising IPL stars. Test cricket needs different skills. But yes, Sudharsan's temperament looks solid across formats. That cover drive of his is pure class! 🤩
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Neha P.
As a GT fan, I've watched Sudharsan closely. What impresses me most is how he handles pressure - remember that IPL final knock last year? Ice-cool temperament! But international cricket is different beast. Hope selectors give him proper run instead of chopping-changing like they did with many talents before.

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