Gujarat Titans opener Sai Sudharsan faced a rare dismissal for the second time in as many games against Rajasthan Royals in the IPL Qualifier 2 match. Sudharsan was hit wicket in the 13th over while batting on 58, after slicing a full toss behind square for four. His bat slipped from his hands and crashed into the stumps, causing disbelief among the players.
This incident marked the third time Sudharsan has been dismissed hit wicket in his IPL career, making him the only player to be out in this manner multiple times in the competition’s history. In total, there have been 20 instances of a batter getting hit wicket in the IPL.
The unfortunate dismissal left Sudharsan and Gujarat Titans captain Shubman Gill stunned, as they could not believe what had just happened on the field. The incident mirrored Sudharsan’s dismissal in the Qualifier 1 match against Royal Challengers Bengaluru, adding to the surprising nature of the situation.
As the game continued, Sudharsan’s dismissal remained a talking point among fans and analysts, highlighting the rare and unusual nature of getting out hit wicket in a high-profile match like the IPL. The incident served as a reminder of the unpredictable and unexpected moments that can unfold in the game of cricket.
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