In a thrilling display of modern cricket, India’s young sensation Abhishek Sharma lit up the Eden Gardens in Kolkata with a stunning 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, backed by none other than the legendary Yuvraj Singh.
Abhishek Sharma’s explosive knock spearheads India’s dominance in first T20I
The game against England was more than just a game; It was a statement. India, under the guidance of their experienced 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 utter dominance, scored 79 runs off just 34 deliveries, guiding India to a seven-wicket victory with balls to spare. This win not only gave India a 1-0 lead in the series but also showed 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 batsman hit boundaries at will, including two notable shots down the ground that even caught the attention of Yuvraj, who took to social media to praise the Abhishek’s performance. .
Abhishek’s score of 79 off 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 strong start to the series.
“Good start to the series guys! 🇮🇳 great tone set by our bowlers and well played sir! @IamAbhiSharma4 top hit!! I’m impressed that you also hit 2 boundaries on the ground! #indiavsengland” wrote Yuvraj on X (formerly Twitter).
Good start to the series guys! 🇮🇳 Excellent tone set by our bowlers and well played sir!! @IamAbhiSharma4 top hit’!! I’m impressed that you also hit 2 limits on the ground 🤪! #indiavsengland
—Yuvraj Singh (@YUVSTRONG12) January 22, 2025