India’s explosive left-handed opener Abhishek Sharma has created a new record in T20 International cricket, producing a breathtaking century against Afghanistan in the third T20I at the Arun Jaitley Stadium.
Abhishek Sharma launched an aggressive assault on the Afghan bowling attack and reached his T20I century in just 30 balls, setting a new benchmark for India’s fastest century in the format.
The Indian opener continued his attacking approach throughout his innings, smashing 108 runs from only 34 deliveries before being dismissed. His remarkable knock featured 11 sixes and 9 fours, highlighting his power-hitting ability and aggressive batting style.
Abhishek’s incredible performance put Afghanistan’s bowlers under immense pressure from the beginning. His fearless stroke play and rapid scoring rate helped India gain significant momentum during the match.
With his 30-ball century, Abhishek Sharma surpassed the previous benchmark associated with Sikandar Raza of Zimbabwe and New Zealand’s Finn Allen, further establishing himself as one of the most explosive young batters in T20 cricket.
The record-breaking innings is another major milestone in Abhishek Sharma’s growing international career and demonstrates why he has become an important part of India’s T20 setup. His combination of attacking batting, six-hitting ability and fearless approach makes him a player to watch in upcoming T20 matches and tournaments.
Key Highlights
- Player: Abhishek Sharma
- Format: T20 International
- Runs: 108
- Balls: 34
- Century: 30 balls
- Sixes: 11
- Fours: 9
- Opponent: Afghanistan
- Venue: Arun Jaitley Stadium
Abhishek Sharma’s record-breaking century will be remembered as one of the most explosive batting performances in India’s T20I cricket history.
