India’s star batters Abhishek Sharma and Ishan Kishan shared a hilarious moment during the post-match press conference following India’s 96-run victory over New Zealand in the T20 World Cup 2026 final. Both players played key roles in the final – Abhishek scored 52 off 21 balls, while Kishan hit 54 off 25 deliveries.
Ahead of the final, Abhishek Sharma came under the scanner due to a rough patch that included three consecutive ducks as well. Kishan, on the other hand, had been overlooked by selectors for more than two years before returing earlier this year against New Zealand.
During the press conference, they both was asked how they dealt with their individual setbacks as well.
“I think I can give a better answer to this question right now,” Abhishek began. Kishan immediately interrupted, saying, “Main bhi de sakta hoon (I can also answer).”
The Struggle between Ishan Kishan & Abhishek Sharma! 😂
Ishan Kishan – Me 2 saal se bahar hu
Abhishek Sharma – Mera 1 Mahina 2 saal ke brabar hai… 😭pic.twitter.com/hCvFDgOBI0
— Rohit Sharma Fan (@hitmanfanfollow) March 9, 2026
He further added, “Tera ek mahina form gaya tha, main do saal bahar raha hoon (You were out of form for one month; I was out of the team for two years).”
Abhishek Sharma then replied with a smile, “That one month felt like one and a half years to me,” referring to his failures in the tournament.
Apart from this funny banter, the BCCI shared a video on its platform where they spoke candidly about the emotions behind India’s title-winning as well.
“Hosting nation never won the World Cup, and here we are,” Ishan Kishan said in the bcci.tv video. “We played with all our hearts. Throughout the tournament, we were in a very good headspace, we backed each other, and that’s what the India team is all about.”
“It was the last time at the 2023 World Cup; I was there, and we were all crying in the dressing room. But this is how things turn around. We played a very good game-credit goes to everyone, the support staff, and all those who were with us. And today, here we are, lifting the trophy. We hope to do it again.”
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