
Abhishek Sharma's Historic Knock Powers India to Unstoppable Momentum in 5th T20I Against England
The 5th T20I between India and England at Wankhede Stadium has been a thrilling showcase of explosive batting, with India putting on an unforgettable display of power-hitting. Abhishek Sharma, the star of the match, has set the cricket world buzzing by smashing a stunning century in just 37 balls—marking the fastest T20I century ever by an Indian player. His record-breaking knock has not only entertained fans but also sent a clear message to England that India is in no mood to take their foot off the pedal, even after securing the series.
India’s aggressive start was evident from the first ball, as Sanju Samson hit a powerful six off Jofra Archer. Despite a brief injury scare early on, Samson’s confidence was clear as he powered India’s opening overs. However, it was Abhishek Sharma who took center stage with his remarkable onslaught. With a combination of clean, powerful hitting and impeccable timing, Abhishek reached his half-century in just 17 balls and then charged toward the century mark. By the time he reached his hundred in 10.1 overs, India’s total was already racing past 140. His knock included five fours and ten sixes—each more audacious than the last.
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India’s performance in the powerplay was exceptional, registering their highest-ever T20I powerplay score of 95 runs in the first six overs. The momentum only built as Abhishek continued to dominate, driving India’s score to 143 in the first 10 overs. His brilliance was matched by the aggressive batting of his partners, particularly Shivam Dube, who provided quick-fire contributions. With the game heading toward the 15th over, India crossed 200, setting a challenging target for England.
Throughout the innings, England struggled to find an answer to Abhishek’s explosive batting. Despite attempts from their bowlers, including Jofra Archer and Mark Wood, the relentless pressure and constant boundary-hitting from the Indian batters made it a one-sided affair. As India approached 250 with five overs remaining, the atmosphere at Wankhede was electric, with every ball seeming to threaten yet another boundary.
As the match unfolded, the focus remained on the batting pyrotechnics on display, with Abhishek Sharma’s unforgettable century leading the charge for India. The 5th T20I will be remembered not only for the sheer brilliance of his batting but also for India’s high-octane approach to the game, reinforcing their dominance over England. With Rinku Singh and Hardik Pandya still at the crease, India is poised to push the total even further, making it clear that they will not back down until the final ball is bowled.
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