New Zealand players check Abhishek Sharma’s bat after Guwahati assault. (Photo: JioHotstar)
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Moneycontrol25-01-2026, 22:13

Abhishek Sharma's Bat Checked by NZ Players After Missing Yuvraj's Record in Guwahati

  • Abhishek Sharma scored the second-fastest T20I fifty by an Indian, reaching 50 in 14 balls, just shy of Yuvraj Singh's 12-ball record.
  • New Zealand players, including Devon Conway and Jacob Duffy, inspected Sharma's bat after his explosive innings.
  • India chased down 155 runs in just 10 overs, securing an unassailable series lead against New Zealand.
  • Ravi Bishnoi impressed with figures of 2 for 18, while Jasprit Bumrah was the pick of the bowlers with 3 for 17.
  • Sharma emphasized the importance of mental strength and dressing room atmosphere for his aggressive playing style.

Why It Matters: Abhishek Sharma's near-record fifty stunned NZ players, highlighting India's dominant T20I performance.

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