Sai Sudharsan endured a frustrating outing in the IPL 2026 final as he fell early to Bhuvneshwar Kumar, handing Royal Challengers Bengaluru a crucial breakthrough
against the Gujarat Titans. The left-hander, who has been one of the standout performers this season, managed just 12 runs off 12 balls before mistiming a bouncer that was safely collected by Jitesh Sharma.
The dismissal came at a critical stage of the innings, with Gujarat Titans reeling at 26/2 in just 3.4 overs. Bhuvneshwar, known for his tactical awareness, cleverly persisted with the short-ball strategy despite having already bowled a bouncer earlier in the over. Sudharsan, seemingly caught off guard, attempted a pull shot but failed to commit fully, resulting in a top edge that looped towards short fine leg. Jitesh showed great awareness to run across and complete a neat catch.
RCB vs GT: Early DRS Drama!
Earlier in the innings, Sudharsan had a narrow escape during the opening over bowled by Jacob Duffy. Initially given out caught behind, he opted for a review, and DRS confirmed there was no edge, overturning the decision. However, the reprieve did little to change his fortunes as he was unable to build momentum on the big stage.
The wicket once again highlighted Bhuvneshwar's dominance in this matchup. Across IPL meetings, Sudharsan has scored 54 runs off 50 balls against the veteran pacer, while being dismissed twice, reflecting the bowler's control and consistency in this contest.
Sudharsan's Poor 'Knock' Out Punch
Sudharsan's dismissal continues a mixed run against RCB this season. He managed 14 runs in Qualifier 1 before an unusual hit-wicket dismissal and was earlier dismissed for just 6 in the league stage. Despite these setbacks, his overall campaign has been remarkable.
The young batter has amassed 710 runs in 16 matches at an impressive average of 47.33, including eight fifties and a century. He also shared a historic milestone with Shubman Gill, as the duo became the first pair in IPL history to score over 700 runs each in a single season. However, on the biggest night, RCB struck early, leaving GT with a steep challenge ahead.
RCB vs GT IPL 2026: Netizens React As Sudharsan Departs Cheaply
Social media erupted as Sai Sudharsan departed cheaply following Shubman Gill's departure on 10 runs. While some netizens brought up the reference of UEFA Champions League 2026 where they
Congratulations to RCB on winning their second IPL trophy.
- BLaCK ADAM (@N2Sharath) May 31, 2026
Tmc Shubman gill & Sai Sudarshan#RCBvsGT pic.twitter.com/UKLPubKoaE
Sai and Gill were batting so sensibly in eliminator, in initial overs all shots were grounded.
- SammySindhi (@SammySindhi) May 31, 2026
And in final Sudarshan just had a brain fade.
If Arsenal had a cricket team , they would surely have Sai Sudarshan and Shubman Gill as forwards.
- Rajdeep (@Rajdeep_C_18) May 31, 2026
Sai Sudarshan has gone too! GT have suffered too body blows now. One key phase has been won by RCB already.
- Sports Pulse (@SportsPuls21998) May 31, 2026
That is what pressure does. It was a terrible shot by Sai Sudarshan. https://t.co/z0Iz5jhovG
Rcb rcb rcb...
- Chandrawati meena (@HANUMANMEE96759) May 31, 2026
Bhuvi and duffy and josh Hazelwood ka dhamka Ahemdabad stedium in ipl final 2026 royal challengers Bangalore vs Gujarat Titans
Gill and Sai sudarshan are flop
Bhuneshwar kumar Abhishek Banerjee
#RCBvsGT#rcbfinal#IPLFinal
Sai sudarshan Dismissed in 12 runs of 12 balls.😭😭 pic.twitter.com/AVeWLHVyCS
- Crex11 (@chill_guys22) May 31, 2026
Sai sudarshan gone ✅
- ᴜᴅᴀʏ🐉 (@Udaykumar6666) May 31, 2026
BhuviGod on fire 🔥 pic.twitter.com/vau43reS4k
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