Abhishek Sharma Under Pressure as India Face Netherlands Before Super 8
India are already through to the Super 8s, but all eyes are now on one man who is still waiting to make his mark — Abhishek Sharma.
As India prepare to face the Netherlands at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad, this match may not decide qualification, but it could define confidence. India come into this contest riding high after a commanding win over Pakistan. Momentum is strong. The squad looks settled. But at the top of the order, there is a question mark.
Abhishek Sharma arrived at this T20 World Cup with massive expectations. Over the last year and a half, he built a reputation as a fearless, attacking opener. He plays with intent, he takes risks and when it works, it changes games quickly. But in this tournament, it hasn’t clicked yet. Two matches, two ducks. No runs on the board. For a player whose role is to provide explosive starts, that pressure builds fast.
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The bigger picture matters here. India’s batting unit has covered up that gap so far. Ishan Kishan has been in electric form, striking at nearly 200. The middle order, led by Suryakumar Yadav, has remained consistent. And the bowling attack continues to defend totals with discipline and control. In fact, India are on a long winning streak in T20 World Cup matches and that gives them breathing room.
But tournaments are not won by comfort. They are won by timing. And India will want Abhishek firing before they enter the Super 8 stage, where stronger opponents like South Africa await. This game against the Netherlands offers the perfect reset. Less pressure. Familiar conditions. A massive crowd expected in Ahmedabad. A chance to recalibrate without panic.
There are other decisions too. With three Super 8 matches packed into a short window, the team management could consider rotating the pace attack. Jasprit Bumrah may be rested. That opens opportunities for others to step up. Team balance, spin combinations, workload management — all of it will be tested.
As for the Netherlands, they have shown flashes of competitiveness in this tournament. They pushed Pakistan hard and secured important wins. But they also suffered a heavy defeat recently, so confidence may be fragile.
Stay with us as the road to the Super 8s intensifies, because in tournaments like this, momentum can shift in a single over and we will bring you every crucial moment as it unfolds.
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