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Abhishek Sharma's Record 135 Sparks India's Dominant Win Over England

 

Abhishek Sharma delivered a breathtaking performance in the fifth T20I against England at Wankhede Stadium, smashing 135 runs off just 55 balls. His record-breaking innings, featuring 13 sixes and a 37-ball century, powered India to a dominant 150-run victory. The explosive knock caught the attention of his mentor, Yuvraj Singh, who took to social media to shower praise on the young batter, stating, "That's where I want to see you!" Sharma’s stunning display has further cemented his place as one of India’s most promising young cricketers.

 

Sharma’s Record-Breaking Knock Sets New Benchmarks

 

The 135 runs scored by Abhishek Sharma was the highest individual T20I score for India, produced from a blitzing 37-ball century— India’s second-fastest T20I hundred, after Rohit Sharma’s 35 balls effort. Sharma, the left-handed batsmen struck 13 sixes and seven fours, setting another record for most sixes by an Indian in T20Is. His aggressive innings went on to help India to a commanding 247/9 score after electing to bat.

Indian bowlers then dominated, bowling out England for 97 runs, securing India to win by 150 runs, making it India’s second-largest victory against England in T20 cricket. Sharma added a quick 17 ball half century to his top score as well, placing him second in line behind Yuvraj Singh's iconic 12-ball fifty against England during the 2007 T20 World Cup.

 

Yuvraj Singh Applauds Pupil’s Performance

 

Yuvraj Singh, a two-time World Cup winner, reacted to Abhishek's performance on X (formerly Twitter), expressing his pride. “Well played @IamAbhiSharma4! That’s where I want to see you! 🔥 Proud of you 👊🏻💯," Yuvraj wrote. The cricket legend has been mentoring Sharma and other young Punjab players, including Prabhsimran Singh and Anmolpreet Singh, in recent years.

During the COVID-19 pandemicm, Yuvraj personally guided Abhishek and others during his specialized training sessions, that he organized in his property. Since then, he has maintained close contact with Sharma, frequently reviewing videos of his net sessions and providing him sound advice on how to improve his technique.

 

Observers Note Similarities Between Yuvraj and Sharma

 

Cricket analysts have drawn parallels between Yuvraj and Sharma, specially in their batting styles. Both possess exceptional talent and display effortless power in well timed in the aerial shots. Yuvraj Singh’s continuing mentorship has certainly contributed to Abhishek’s growth as an Indian Cricketer. 
 
This is not the first time Yuvraj has praised his protégé. After Abhishek's 79 off 34 balls in the series opener, Yuvraj had remarked,Good start to the series boys! Great tone set by our bowlers and well played sir! @IamAbhiSharma4 top knock ‘!! I’m impressed you hit 2 boundaries down the ground as well.

 

Sharma's Rising Status in Indian Cricket

 

With this sterling show against England, India’s most promising young talent, Abhishek Sharma had stamped his name as one of India’s most promising young talents. Under guidance from Yuvraj Singh, Abhshek Sharma is expected to become a key man in India’s future T20 campaigns.