Listen to this article

The race for the Orange Cap in IPL 2025 is heating up as Sai Sudharsan, an opening batsman for the Gujarat Titans, emerges as the top scorer. This young cricketer has etched his name at the top of the run-getters list, overtaking seasoned player Suryakumar Yadav.

Sai Sudharsan, born on October 15, 2001, has quickly climbed the ranks this season. With a stunning 504 runs from just 10 innings, Sudharsan became the first player this year to cross the 500 runs milestone. His dominant batting display was further highlighted by a brisk 48 off 23 deliveries against SunRisers Hyderabad (SRH), which helped him claim the prestigious Orange Cap. This innings contributed to a grand total where the Gujarat Titans scored 224/6.

In the current standings, Suryakumar Yadav trails in the second position with 475 runs from 11 innings, notably hitting an unbeaten 48 against Rajasthan Royals. Meanwhile, Sudharsan’s teammates, Jos Buttler and Shubman Gill, are following closely. Buttler has accumulated 470 runs and Gill has managed 465, both from 10 innings. The duo also played key roles in a match against SRH, contributing significantly to the Titans’ high-scoring efforts.

Virat Kohli, a renowned name in Indian cricket, is also in contention, having scored 443 runs from 10 innings. However, he is behind the leading group, which is headed by Sudharsan’s brilliant performances.

Shubman Gill, who won the Orange Cap in 2023 with 890 runs, including a record-breaking 17 matches, remains competitive this season. Nonetheless, it is Sudharsan’s consistency and efficiency at the crease that have positioned him as a frontrunner for this year’s cap.

The potential to become the youngest Orange Cap winner in IPL history adds a layer of anticipation around Sudharsan’s performance. His rapid rise in the league, including being the fastest Indian to reach 1,000 IPL runs in only 25 innings, showcases his potential to cement his place among cricketing elites.

As the IPL 2025 season progresses, eyes will be on Sai Sudharsan to see if he can maintain his lead and become the youngest winner of the Orange Cap, marking a historic achievement in the annals of the IPL.

Share this post!