Shubman Gill and Sai Sudharsan have made history by setting a new record for the most hundred opening partnerships in IPL history. The duo achieved this milestone during the final league match of IPL 2026 against the Chennai Super Kings at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad.
Record-Breaking Partnership
In their opening innings, Gill and Sudharsan each showcased impressive batting skills, scoring fluent half-centuries and forging their seventh century partnership for the Gujarat Titans. Their partnership of 125 runs not only turned heads but also eclipsed the previous record of six century partnerships held by several notable players.
Most 100-Plus Opening Partnerships in IPL History
| Partners | Team | Century Stands | Runs | Span |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sai Sudharsan & Shubman Gill | Gujarat Titans | 7 | 1938 | 2024–2026 |
| Abhishek Sharma & Travis Head | Sunrisers Hyderabad | 6 | 1755 | 2024–2026 |
| Shikhar Dhawan & David Warner | Sunrisers Hyderabad | 6 | 2220 | 2014–2017 |
| Jonny Bairstow & David Warner | Sunrisers Hyderabad | 5 | 1400 | 2019–2021 |
| Faf du Plessis & Virat Kohli | Royal Challengers Bengaluru | 5 | 890 | 2022–2024 |
Match Highlights
Gill’s innings concluded with a score of 64 runs off just 23 balls. Sudharsan reached his fifty in 35 deliveries. However, the partnership was broken when Spencer Johnson dismissed Gill. The Titans captain attempted to hit a full delivery but mis-timed the shot, resulting in a catch by Shivam Dube.
Chennai Super Kings won the toss and elected to bowl first. They made two changes, while the Gujarat Titans included Prasidh Krishna in place of Sai Kishore.
This landmark achievement for Gill and Sudharsan underscores their dominance in the IPL and sets a high bar for future partnerships.
