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Hindustan Times
4 hours ago
- Sport
- Hindustan Times
Playing in a home World Cup is every kid's dream: Abhishek Sharma
Chandigarh: From his India U-19 days to the T20I team, left-handed batter Abhishek Sharma has made an impact in the shortest format. The opener from Amritsar has risen playing for Punjab and Sunrisers Hyderabad. In his 17 T20Is, he has hit two centuries and fifties each and will be a contender for a place in the Indian side when they host the World Cup next year. In a chat, he talks about the year gone by. From his India U-19 days to the T20I team, left-handed batter Abhishek Sharma has made an impact in the shortest format. (AP) Excerpts: How have things change for you in the last one year, making the T20I debut and hitting 135 in your second game? A lot has happened very quickly. Making my India debut was emotional, but to follow it up with performances like the hundred (v Zimbabwe) and that England knock (135 in his last T20I in February), it is special. It has given me the belief that I belong at this level… It is motivating but also makes me want to work even harder. How has life and practice been after IPL? After IPL, the focus has been on recovery and sharpening small aspects of my game, especially my fitness and bowling. There is no off-season really at this level. You and Travis Head as SRH openers since last year seem to have shown that batting in IPL should be all out attack. We had a clear mindset; to attack from ball one, and SRH gave us that freedom. It was so enjoyable because we were backing each other. The way we played showed teams that fearless intent at the top can change games. Throw some light on how Brian Lara has influenced your batting. Do you keep in touch with him? Brian sir had a massive impact on my mindset. He taught me how to read situations, build innings. Just watching his calm demeanour and the way he spoke about the game changed my perspective. We do keep in touch. When a legend like that gives advice, you listen very carefully. With India, what do coach Gautam Gambhir and skipper Suryakumar Yadav tell you? They both ask me to 'back yourself'. GG bhai is very intense and tactical, he will give all the freedom you need. Surya bhai is chilled, encourages me to express myself. India hosts the 2026 T20 World Cup and you could be opening the innings… Playing a World Cup at home, and possibly opening for India, is every kid's dream. But I know it is a long road, and I need to keep performing… I want to be at my best when that time comes. You played junior cricket with Shubman Gill and he is now the Test captain… Shubman and I go back a long way, U-16, U-19, Punjab and India youth teams. I have seen his work ethic from up close. He has always been a step ahead. His journey inspires me to aim higher. Did you follow his 269 and 161 at Edgbaston and how India won under his leadership? I was glued to the TV. His 269 was phenomenal, he made it look so easy. I was cheering for that 300! The way he led with composure and confidence, that is the Shubman I know. It felt great to see him succeed. What contribution has Yuvraj Singh made in your career? Yuvi paaji is like an elder brother. He is brutally honest, which I love. He is one of the main reasons I started hitting the ball like I do. His mentorship changed my mindset. He wants me to be the best version of myself. We saw you bowl very little in the last IPL. How are you taking your left-arm spin? I did not bowl much in IPL because of the team combination and Impact Player rule, but I've always been confident about my bowling. I am working hard on it with my coaches. Having that extra skill adds balance to the team and I am ready to contribute with the ball whenever needed. I want to be a complete package.
News18
6 days ago
- Sport
- News18
Abhishek Sharma Reveals Crucial Advice Received From Shikhar Dhawan: 'Paaji Once...'
Abhishek Sharma has revealed a valuable advice from Shikhar Dhawan (Picture credit: AP) Star Indian batter Abhishek Sharma has revealed a valuable piece of advice that he received from Shikhar Dhawan and how that played a part in him bringing out a piece of paper and dedicating his hundred to the Sunrisers Hyderabad supporters during IPL 2025. Abhishek was seen pulling out a chit from his pocket after scoring a hundred in the tournament, a moment that caught the attention of fans as well as experts.
India Gazette
6 days ago
- Sport
- India Gazette
"Started journaling after Shikhar paaji suggested it": Abhishek on mental preparation behind IPL ton
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], July 8 (ANI): On a recent episode of The Great Indian Kapil Sharma Show, cricketer Abhishek Sharma opened up about a small but meaningful habit, pulling out a chit from his pocket after scoring a century in the Indian Premier League (IPL). When asked about it, he shared that it was part of his journaling and manifestation practice, something he started years ago on the advice of former Indian opener Shikhar Dhawan. 'I started journaling a long time back. Shikhar Paaji once told me it's helpful, and it really has been over the last 2-3 years,' he said, reflecting on how those mental routines kept him grounded through the highs and lows of the season. Abhishek Sharma lit up the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 with a jaw-dropping knock of 141 off just 55 balls against Punjab Kings (PBKS) in Hyderabad, drawing praise from cricketing legends. The left-hander's innings, decorated with 14 boundaries and 10 sixes, came at a staggering strike rate of 256.36 and will go down as one of the most explosive knocks in IPL history. With this knock, Abhishek made history, hitting the highest individual score by an Indian player in Indian Premier League (IPL) history. The 24-year-old player has overtaken KL Rahul (132 against Royal Challengers Bengaluru in IPL 2020) as the player with the highest score by an Indian in IPL history. Overall, next to Chris Gayle (175* for RCB against Pune Warriors India in 2013) and Brendon McCullum (for Kolkata Knight Riders against RCB in 2008), this is the third-highest individual score in IPL history. The youngster hit 116 of his runs in boundaries, breaking the record of Jonny Bairstow (90) for most runs in an innings by an SRH batter via boundaries. Also, his 10 sixes are the most by an SRH player in an innings, overtaking David Warner's eight. (ANI)
Pink Villa
07-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
In Pics: Meet 24-year-old Indian cricketer Abhishek Sharma, who can give Bollywood actors a run for their money
He came for the runs and stayed for the hearts. India's cricketing scene has a long history of charming crowd-pullers, though few have exploded onto the scene with as much flair and fanfare as Abhishek Sharma. Once known purely for his skill with the bat, the 24-year-old now finds himself in the rare bracket of sporting celebrities who can give Bollywood's finest a run for their money. With record-breaking knocks, cheeky on-field comebacks, and a social media game on point, Abhishek is quickly becoming the face of India's next generation of sports icons. Abhishek Sharma: How he became SRH's powerhouse Abhishek Sharma's cricket journey began in Amritsar, where his father, a coach himself, trained him. He dominated the Vijay Merchant Under-16 tournament in 2015-16 with 1200 runs, then captained India to a U-19 Asia Cup win. IPL scouts took notice, and in 2018, the Delhi Daredevils signed him a week before India's U-19 World Cup victory. He debuted with a bang—46 off 19 balls—but it was with Sunrisers Hyderabad, where he moved in 2019, that he truly took flight. In IPL 2024, promoted as opener by Pat Cummins, he smashed 484 runs, including a record-breaking 63 off 23 in a 277-run team total. The fireworks continued in IPL 2025, where his 141 off 55 against Punjab Kings became the third-highest individual score in IPL history. He has since made a successful transition to the international stage, scoring a T20I century on debut against Zimbabwe. Charisma beyond the cricket Abhishek Sharma isn't just batting averages and blistering knocks, he's a bona fide heartthrob, with a popularity that rivals that of movie stars. With multiple charming (and now viral) Instagram posts, the All-rounder often has fangirls flooding the comments with heart emojis and love. According to OneCricket, even male fans can't get enough—cheering his every move on and off the pitch. That charm has also sparked dating rumors with fashion designer Laila Faisal, adding more spice to the stardom. His mock reply to Divesh Rathi's 'notebook sendoff' had social media crowning the move the 'coldest replies of the season,' per India Times. At 24, Abhishek Sharma is not just rewriting T20 records; he's rewriting what it means to be a cricket superstar.
India.com
02-07-2025
- Entertainment
- India.com
The Great Indian Kapil Show S3:Gautam Gambhir, Yuzi Chahal And Rishabh Pant Go Unfiltered
Mumbai: The upcoming episode of the streaming sketch comedy show 'The Great Indian Kapil Show' will see cricketers like Gautam Gambir, Rishabh Pant, Abhishek Sharma, and Yuzvendra Chahal grace the couch. The cricketers who have been a part of the national squad will be seen sharing anecdotes, stories and engaging in banter during the course of the episode. The episode is all about unfiltered fun, with Kapil Sharma kicking things off by checking in with 'Coach sir' Gambhir to make sure the boys are allowed to let loose. What follows is a barrel of laughs as Gautam Gambhir, Rishabh Pant, Abhishek Sharma, and Yuzvendra Chahal bring their dug out banter straight to Kapil's couch. During the episode, Gautam Gambhir, who serves as the head coach of team India, and is known for his serious on-field persona, slips into a brand-new avatar that is witty, sharp, and unexpectedly hilarious. Watch The Video Below! View this post on Instagram A post shared by Netflix India (@netflix_in) From his one-liners to his playful jabs at Kapil, Gambhir brings out his side that has been never seen before. Rishabh Pant, who recently hit a ton at the Leeds match against England, will be seen throwing laughter googlies at Kapil and the audience, Yuzi Chahal with his mischievous smile is Pant's partner in crime while Abhishek Sharma, the innocent newcomer plays safe, has a steady joke rate but is never too cheeky given the seniors around. Adding to the laughter riot are Krushna Abhishek and Kiku Sharda as the iconic duo Sona and Mona, two glam characters who spark absolute mayhem on stage. Whether it's teasing the guests or firing off one-liners, their chemistry is an unmissable laughter knock out! The true mic-drop moment of the episode comes when Sunil Grover walks in as Manjot Singh Sidhu, a spoofed-up version of Navjot Singh Sidhu. The audience erupts. With classic Sidhu-isms, a blinged-out outfit, and over-the-top flair, Manjot takes over the stage like only Sunil Grover can. The new episode will be available to stream on July 5 on Netflix.
