Abhishek Sharma Reflects on Growth Before Second NZ T20I
As India prepares for the second T20I against New Zealand, Abhishek Sharma reflects on his growth and batting approach. The opener has garnered attention for his aggressive style, emulating former captain Rohit Sharma. His recent performances underscore his potential as a key player in the team.
Abhishek Sharma’s Impressive Recent Form
Abhishek Sharma made a remarkable start to the home series, scoring 84 runs off just 35 balls against New Zealand. His innings included five fours and eight sixes, contributing to India’s total of 238/7.
Since last year, Sharma has accumulated 943 runs in 22 innings, averaging 44.90 with a strike rate of 196.86. His record includes one century and six fifties, with a highest score of 135. This consistent performance highlights his growth as a batsman.
Emulating Rohit Sharma’s Aggression
In an interview on the show ‘Cricket Live,’ Abhishek noted the influence of Rohit Sharma on his playing style. He expressed his commitment to playing aggressive cricket, particularly in the initial overs of the game. Abhishek stated, “I feel my job is to play aggressive cricket in the first six overs.”
He acknowledges that there is always room for improvement and strives to implement strategies based on his understanding of opponent bowlers. His aim is to establish a strong momentum early in the match, which often puts pressure on bowlers.
Preparation for the T20 World Cup
With the ICC T20 World Cup on the horizon, Sharma has been intensively preparing for various conditions across India. He emphasizes the significance of preparation for facing different teams and bowlers.
“It all comes down to how I execute those plans,” he explained. By focusing on his aggressive batting technique, he aims to pave the way for strong starts and secure wins for his team.
India and New Zealand Squad Overview
| India Squad | New Zealand Squad |
|---|---|
| Sanju Samson (wk) | Devon Conway (w) |
| Abhishek Sharma | Tim Robinson |
| Ishan Kishan | Rachin Ravindra |
| Suryakumar Yadav (c) | Glenn Phillips |
| Hardik Pandya | Mark Chapman |
| Shivam Dube | Daryl Mitchell |
| Rinku Singh | Mitchell Santner (c) |
| Axar Patel | Kristian Clarke |
| Arshdeep Singh | Kyle Jamieson |
| Varun Chakaravarthy | Ish Sodhi |
| Jasprit Bumrah | Jacob Duffy |
| Shreyas Iyer | James Neesham |
| Ravi Bishnoi | Matt Henry |
| Harshit Rana | Michael Bracewell |
| Kuldeep Yadav | Zakary Foulkes |
| Bevon Jacobs |
As the match approaches, cricket fans eagerly anticipate Abhishek Sharma’s performance, hoping he continues his impressive trajectory in the upcoming T20 World Cup.
