Abhishek Sharma joined an elite list by starting his T20 professional career with a six. Known for his power-hitting and fearless play for Sunrisers Hyderabad in the 2024 IPL, Abhishek made his debut in the 1st T20I against Zimbabwe on July 6. Unfortunately, he got off for a duck after facing just 4 balls marking an unforgettable start to his international career. However, Abhishek redeemed himself within the 2nd T20I on July 7, where he showcased his fantastic talent and capacity.
Facing his first ball from Brian Bennett, Abhishek pulled it to deep backward square leg for a six, becoming the 3rd player to achieve this feat in T20Is, following Suryakumar Yadav and Tilak Varma. Suryakumar had hit a six on his debut against England in 2021, and Tilak did the same towards West Indies in 2023. This uncommon accomplishment highlighted Abhishek’s self-belief and capacity to carry out under pressure.
After the early departure of Shubman Gill during the second over, Abhishek persisted to dominate, with robust assist from Ruturaj Gaikwad. Together, they guided India to surpass the three-digit mark in just 11 overs, placing a solid foundation for a powerful total.
Abhishek Sharma played a quickfire hundred
Abhishek Sharma reached his maiden T20I half-century in an excellent style, hitting a six to get there in only 33 balls. His performance justified his popularity as a T20 player. He improved hastily, finishing his first century in a trifling 46 balls, with the next 50 runs of his runs coming in only 13 deliveries.
Abhishek’s innings concluded at 100 runs from 47 balls, offering 7 boundaries and 8 sixes, highlighting his aggressive technique and prowess against Zimbabwe. Abhishek’s journey to this milestone become marked by his unwavering attention and dedication to his innings. From his early days in home cricket to his explosive performances in the IPL, he has constantly validated his ability to evolve and excel in diverse shorts of the sport.
His worldwide debut was eagerly predicted with the likes of enthusiasts and critics alike, and his next performances have strengthened his situation as a key player for India’s T20 squad.
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