Brian Lara Praises Abhishek Sharma: A Rising Star in Indian Cricket

In an enthusiastic endorsement, former West Indies cricket legend Brian Lara has commended young Indian opener Abhishek Sharma for his exceptional talent, referring to him as 'something special'. Lara, speaking at the CEAT Cricket Ratings event in Mumbai, highlighted Sharma's aspirations beyond limited-overs cricket, as he seeks to break into the Indian Test team.

Lara, who coached Sharma during his stint with Sunrisers Hyderabad in the Indian Premier League, expressed admiration for the player's development alongside Travis Head. 'He has grown to be an amazing young player,' Lara stated, acknowledging the influence Yuvraj Singh had on Sharma's technique and formidable bat speed.

Over recent IPL seasons, Sharma has delivered noteworthy performances, amassing impressive runs with a high strike rate. His recent exploits include a stellar Asia Cup performance and an explosive IPL season, solidifying his credentials as a formidable batsman. Fans can look forward to seeing Sharma in action during the upcoming tour in Australia.

(With inputs from agencies.)