GT vs RR IPL 2026: Shubman Gill-Sai Sudarshan First Pair To Surpass 2,500 Runs In IPL!

Gujarat Titans openers Shubman Gill and Sai Sudharsan continued their remarkable run in the Indian Premier League with another record-breaking stand on May 9, 2026.

Facing the Rajasthan Royals, the duo stitched together a blazing 118-run opening partnership in just 8.1 overs. Their aggressive approach set the tone early, with Sudharsan leading the charge with 82 off 53 balls before being dismissed, while Gill remained unbeaten on 74 off 44 deliveries.

The stand not only powered Gujarat to a strong position but also added another milestone to the pair's growing legacy. With this effort, Gill and Sudharsan registered their sixth-century opening partnership in IPL history, equalling the long-standing record held by David Warner-Shikhar Dhawan and Abhishek Sharma-Travis Head.

GT vs RR: Gill-Sudarshan First Pair To Cross First 2,500 Runs

The innings also saw the pair achieve a significant landmark, becoming the first all-Indian duo to surpass 2,500 partnership runs in IPL history. They now join elite company alongside iconic pairs like Virat Kohli-AB de Villiers and Kohli-Chris Gayle.

Across all wickets, Gill and Sudharsan now have eight century stands together, the third-highest in IPL history, trailing only Kohli-de Villiers (10) and Kohli-Gayle (9). Their consistency at the top continues to be a cornerstone of the Gujarat Titans' batting strength this season.

Their highest partnership remains the massive 210-run stand against Chennai Super Kings in the 2024 season, underlining their ability to dominate attacks on the biggest stage. With yet another commanding performance, Gill and Sudharsan have firmly established themselves as one of the most prolific opening pairs in IPL history.