During the match between Gujarat Titans and Kolkata Knight Riders on May 16, opener B. Sai Sudharsan suffered an injury to his elbow in the third over of the chase. He was hit by a sharp delivery from Kartik Tyagi, which forced him to retire hurt after receiving treatment. Sudharsan tried to continue batting but collapsed in pain while trying to complete a run.
This injury comes at a crucial time for Gujarat Titans, as they were chasing a target of 248 runs to secure a spot in the playoffs. Sudharsan has been a key player for the team in the IPL 2026 season, leading the run-scoring charts with 524 runs in 13 innings at an impressive average of 43.66 and a strike rate of 155.95.
The loss of Sudharsan will be a significant blow to Gujarat Titans’ chances in the match and potentially their playoff hopes. The team will need to regroup and find a way to overcome this setback in order to keep their postseason aspirations alive.
The news of Sudharsan’s injury was confirmed on May 16, 2026, leaving fans and teammates concerned about his well-being and the impact it will have on the team’s performance in the remaining matches.
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