In an exhilarating display of modern cricket, the young Indian sensation Abhishek Sharma lit up the Eden Gardens in Kolkata with a breathtaking innings that propelled India to a resounding victory over England in the first T20 International of the series.
On January 22, 2025, Abhishek’s performance not only set the tone for the series but also sparked conversations about the future of Indian cricket, with support from none other than the legendary Yuvraj Singh.
Abhishek Sharma’s explosive knock underlines India’s dominance in first T20I
The England match was more than just a game; it was a statement. India, under the leadership of its seasoned bowlers Arshdeep Singh And Varun Chakrabortymanaged to restrict England to a manageable total of 132 runs.
The chase was then led by the aggressive batting of Abhishek, who, in a display of sheer dominance, scored 79 runs off just 34 deliveries, guiding India to a seven-wicket victory with balls to spare. This victory not only gave India a 1-0 lead in the series but also showcased the depth of talent within the Indian team.
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Yuvraj Singh’s special praise for Abhishek
Abhishek’s innings was a masterclass in T20 batting. With a strike rate (232.35) that seemed to defy the laws of cricket, the left-handed batter hit boundaries at will, including two remarkable downfield shots that even caught the attention of Yuvraj, who praised the performance of Abhishek on social media. .
Abhishek’s score of 79 from 34 balls included several boundaries and sixes, making it one of the most memorable knocks in recent Indian cricket history. Yuvraj also praised the Indian bowlers for setting the tone of the match, contributing to the team’s good start to the series.
“Good start to the series boys! 🇮🇳 great tone given by our bowlers and well done sir! @IamAbhiSharma4 high shot’!! I’m impressed that you also reached two limits! #indiavsengland” wrote Yuvraj on X (formerly Twitter).
Good start to the series boys! 🇮🇳 great tone given by our bowlers and well done sir! @IamAbhiSharma4 top knock’!! I’m impressed that you also hit 2 boundaries in the field 🤪! #indiavsengland
– Yuvraj Singh (@YUVSTRONG12) January 22, 2025
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