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Sharma's Slam: From Ducks to Dominance in T20 Glory
23 Mar
Summary
- Abhishek Sharma faced early criticism with three consecutive ducks.
- He partnered Sanju Samson for a crucial 98-run opening stand.
- Childhood friend Nehal Wadhera recalled Sharma's Under-16 heroics.

Abhishek Sharma, the ICC Men's T20 World Cup's top-ranked batter, overcame a challenging start to his tournament. After commencing with three consecutive ducks and low scores, Sharma faced significant criticism.
However, he demonstrated resilience, scoring a composed 55 against Zimbabwe in the Super 8s. This performance foreshadowed his crucial role in the final against New Zealand, where he smashed a rapid 21-ball 52. His 98-run opening partnership with Sanju Samson was instrumental in setting up India's championship-winning total.