In a sensational display of batting, Indian opener Abhishek Sharma made history in the 5th T20I against England at the Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai, on February 2, 2025. Sharma delivered a record-breaking 135 off just 54 balls, setting new milestones and surpassing several established records held by his compatriots Rohit Sharma, Sanju Samson, and Shubman Gill.
The match started with India losing an early wicket, but Sanju Samson gave India a strong boost with a quickfire 16 in the first over. Abhishek Sharma, undeterred by Samson’s dismissal, went on the attack, dominating the English bowlers. His explosive innings included a stunning 13 sixes, breaking the joint record for the most sixes by an Indian in a T20I innings, previously held by Rohit Sharma and Sanju Samson, who had hit 10 sixes each.
Abhishek’s incredible performance not only surpassed the six-hitting records of Rohit and Samson but also saw him break the record for the highest individual score by an Indian in a T20I, previously held by Shubman Gill. Abhishek’s 135 runs eclipsed Gill’s unbeaten 126, which was set against New Zealand in 2023. His aggressive knock earned him accolades from fans and commentators alike, cementing his status as a new force in Indian cricket.
Abhishek’s innings was a sight to behold, filled with powerful strokes, calculated risks, and incredible timing. His half-century came in just 16 balls, making it the second-fastest fifty by an Indian, and his century was equally swift, coming off 35 balls. With every boundary, Abhishek edged closer to rewriting the history books, and when he finally departed after scoring 135, India had already posted a massive total of 247/9.
Despite losing wickets at regular intervals, Abhishek remained the backbone of the Indian innings, keeping the scoreboard ticking with his power-packed shots. His knock not only led India to a winning position but also helped the team finish their innings on a high note, with a dominant total to defend.
Abhishek Sharma’s historic performance is sure to be remembered as one of the greatest in Indian T20I history. The young left-hander has shown that he has the potential to lead India to many more victories in the future, and with performances like this, he is poised to be a key player for the national team.
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