India tour of England: 'He's been my inspiration'; Sai Sudharsan opens up on Washington Sundar's impact- Watch
Washington Sundar and Sai Sudharsan (PTI Photo/Ravi Choudhary)(PTI05_30_2025_000597B)
As India gear up for their five-match Test series against England, a wholesome moment between two rising stars – Sai Sudharsan and
Washington Sundar
– has caught the attention of fans.
In a video posted by the
BCCI
, Sai Sudharsan opened up about the profound influence Washington Sundar has had on his cricketing journey. Reflecting on their shared roots in Chennai, Sai recalled,
'I've played a few games against him, and it's always been special. I've looked up to him a lot. The way he rose quickly and played for India really inspired me. Watching him do well in the
IPL
and then represent the country made me feel like I wanted to follow the same path.'
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A visibly moved Washington responded with a smile, saying
'God bless you,'
before adding more seriously,
'He's told me that quite a few times. A lot of my friends and coaches have spoken about his growth. Every year, he's just gotten better. His work ethic and skill set have been inspirational – not just for Chennai kids, but many others around the world.'
Kuldeep Yadav hints at spin-friendly wicket ahead of England Test series
The camaraderie between the two Chennai boys highlights the strong bond within the Indian dressing room as they prepare for a tough Test series in English conditions.
India's 2025 Test tour of England begins on June 20 at Headingley, Leeds, and marks the start of a new World Test Championship cycle. With both Sundar and Sudharsan in the mix, fans will be watching closely as the next generation of
Indian cricket
looks to make its mark.
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