Abhishek Sharma: The Prodigy of Indian White-Ball Cricket

Abhishek Sharma delivered a stunning performance against Pakistan in the Asia Cup, earning high praise from cricket legends Ravichandran Ashwin and Kevin Pietersen. At just 23, his elegant and powerful play has set him apart as a promising talent in limited-overs cricket, carrying forward Yuvraj Singh's legacy.


Devdiscourse News Desk | New Delhi | Updated: 22-09-2025 14:44 IST | Created: 22-09-2025 14:44 IST
Abhishek Sharma: The Prodigy of Indian White-Ball Cricket
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Abhishek Sharma's impressive innings during India's clash with Pakistan in the Asia Cup has captured the attention of the cricket world. Former Indian off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin has predicted a brilliant future for Sharma, asserting that he could become India's best white-ball batsman.

The 23-year-old Sharma combined elegance and power to score 74 runs off 39 balls, propelling India to a six-wicket victory. Ashwin likened his potential to that of cricket legend Yuvraj Singh, foreseeing Sharma as a key player in Indian cricket's limited-overs format.

England's Kevin Pietersen also commended Sharma, noting his ability to thrill cricket fans globally. With his standout performance, Sharma not only showcased his skills but also cemented his status as the tournament's leading run-scorer with 173 runs from four innings.

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