In a stunning victory for the Indian team against New Zealand in the Guwahati T20I, opening batsman Abhishek Sharma narrowly missed breaking the historic record of former all-rounder Yuvraj Singh. What happened on social media afterward captured the hearts of fans.
At the Barsapara Stadium, Abhishek Sharma completed his half-century in just 14 balls. This feat marked the second-fastest half-century by an Indian batsman in T20 Internationals. Yuvraj Singh holds the top spot, having smashed a half-century in 12 deliveries against England during the 2007 T20 World Cup.
While Abhishek Sharma couldn't shatter his mentor Yuvraj’s record, his explosive innings led India to achieve the target in a mere 10 overs. Team India sealed a commanding 8-wicket victory over New Zealand, securing an unassailable 3-0 lead in the five-match series. After the match, Yuvraj Singh took to social media platform X (formerly Twitter) to congratulate Abhishek Sharma, while also cheekily reminding him of his unbroken record.
Tagging Abhishek Sharma, Yuvraj wrote, 'Still not hitting fifty in 12 balls, huh? Well played, keep it up.' The post went viral swiftly, allowing fans to clearly see the mentor-protégé relationship. Abhishek has often mentioned how deeply Yuvraj has influenced his career and his approach towards aggressive batting.
After the match, Abhishek Sharma made it clear that records are not his priority, highlighting the importance of performing well for the team. 'The team expects me to play freely, and I try to implement this every time. It isn’t easy, but mental resilience and the right dressing room atmosphere make a huge difference,' he said.
What did Abhishek say about Yuvraj’s record?
When asked about the possibility of breaking Yuvraj Singh's record, Abhishek Sharma smiled and said, 'Breaking Yuvi pa's record is almost impossible. But in cricket, anything can happen. All the batsmen are in tremendous form this series, and it's only going to get more exciting.'
Alongside Abhishek Sharma's blistering innings, captain Suryakumar Yadav’s unbeaten half-century was also pivotal in securing India's win. The victory in Guwahati was not just a match win; it was a testament to the formidable depth in India's batting lineup. While Yuvraj Singh's record stands for now, Abhishek's achievement clearly shows that the new generation of Indian cricketers is edging ever closer to breaking major T20 records. All of this while enjoying the smiles and light-hearted advice of the legends who once set these milestones themselves.
