Sadasiva Raya, Emperor (vijayanagara empire) : All Data

Sadasiva Raya was the Emperor of the Vijayanagara Empire, reigning from 1549 to 1570. During his tenure, the empire faced significant military conflicts, including the Battle of Talikota in 1565. This war, also known as the Battle of Rakshasa-Tangadi, marked a turning point in the history of the Vijayanagara Empire as it resulted in a decisive defeat for Sadasiva Raya's forces against the Deccan Sultanates. The battle led to the fall of the empire and the subsequent disintegration of its territories.