GT vs RR: Sai Sudharsan's Hit-Wicket Record in IPL 2026 Qualifier 2 In a bizarre and memorable moment during the IPL 2026 Qualifier 2 match between Gujarat Titans (GT) and Rajasthan Royals (RR), GT's star batsman Sai Sudharsan became the third player in men's T20 cricket to achieve three hit-wicket dismissals. The incident occurred on May 29, 2026, at the Maharaja Yadavindra Stadium in Mullassa, Punjab, as GT secured a 7-wicket victory over RR. The dismissal unfolded in the 13th over of GT's innings. Brijesh Sharma, bowling for RR, delivered a full toss that Sudharsan attempted to hit for a boundary. The batsman played the ball to the offside, but on the next legal delivery, his bat slipped from his hands and struck the stumps directly. The umpire immediately called Sudharsan "out" on a hit-wicket, leaving the crowd and commentators stunned. This marked Sudharsan's second consecutive hit-wicket dismissal in IPL matches, joining an elite group of players in T20 history. Sudharsan's dismissal came after a stellar performance in the innings. He scored 58 runs off 32 balls, including eight fours and one six, showcasing his aggressive batting. However, the incident overshadowed his innings, as the dismissal was both unexpected and rare. Commentator Ravi Shastri humorously remarked, "Where's Fawad? Where's Gully? Because Sudharsan has been out in the same way in two consecutive matches." This incident also set a new record for Sudharsan, who now shares the distinction of being the player with the most hit-wicket dismissals in men's T20 cricket. The list includes Andre Russell and Shoaib Malik, with all three of Sudharsan's dismissals occurring during IPL matches.#rajasthan_royals #gujarat_titans #sai_sudharsan #brijesh_sharma #maharaja_yadavindra_stadium
Sai Sudharsan's Double Dismissal Sparks Controversy in IPL 2026 Sai Sudharsan, the opener for Gujarat Titans (GT), found himself in an unusual predicament after being dismissed twice in consecutive matches during the IPL 2026 qualifiers. The incidents, both classified as "hit wickets," left the cricketer baffled and prompted a mix of humor and concern from teammates and analysts. Sudharsan, who had been in stellar form prior to the incidents, now faces scrutiny over his unorthodox batting style and the peculiar circumstances of his dismissals. The first dismissal occurred during GT’sQualifier 2 match against Rajasthan Royals (RR). Sudharsan, on 32 balls, was dismissed by Jacob Duffy after his bat slipped from his hands during a cover drive. The bat struck the ground before bouncing toward the boundary, but the ball had already passed the stumps, resulting in a hit wicket. The second incident followed in GT’sQualifier 1 clash against RR, where Sudharsan, partnering Shubman Gill, was dismissed by Brijesh Sharma after his bat slipped again during a drive. The ball struck the stumps directly, sealing his dismissal. Sudharsan expressed bewilderment at the events, stating, “I don’t know how it happened. Maybe the bat wanted to play a trick on me.” He humorously suggested experimenting with new grip technology to prevent future mishaps. “I might try some new techniques, but honestly, I have no idea why this kept happening.” His comments reflected a blend of frustration and lightheartedness, as he acknowledged the rarity of such dismissals in T20 cricket. The incidents raised questions about the mechanics of batting and the role of equipment in such dismissals.#rajasthan_royals #gujarat_titans #jacob_duffy #sai_sudharsan #brijesh_sharma
