Abhishek Sharma’s celebration (Photo: PTI)
Abhishek Sharma Century Celebration: Abhishek Sharma scored his first century in IPL 2026. Against Delhi Capitals, he played an unbeaten inning of 135 runs in 68 balls, which included 10 sixes and 10 fours. This was his second biggest innings in IPL, which he celebrated a little differently. Fans were a little surprised to see Abhishek celebrating his century in a different and unique way because they had never seen him do anything like this before. Abhishek Sharma celebrated his century by standing in the middle of the crease and folding both his hands. Abhishek dedicated this century celebration to his sister.
What is the meaning of century celebration?
Now what is the meaning of celebrating a century with folded hands? From big cricket pundits to fans, everyone became desperate to know the answer to this question. To remove this anxiety, he was finally asked that question after the match. Abhishek Sharma was asked that after his century, not only did he bend both his hands but his fingers also appeared bent. What is the meaning of this celebration?
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Abhishek Sharma told that it means gratitude towards the love and support received from the stadium and the audience. The way the fans support us throughout the tournament, this was my love for all the fans.
Celebration dedicated to sister
Secondly, my parents are also here so this was a special moment for me. He then mentioned his sister and said that I am missing her here. She has an infection, due to which she could not come to the stadium to watch the match. My celebration after the century is for him.
What did Abhishek Sharma’s sister write in her Instagram post?
Abhishek Sharma’s sister Komal remained in the hotel due to her deteriorating health during the match. He watched the match there, which is evident from the Instagram post he shared. Abhishek Sharma’s sister gave an update on his health in an Instagram post and said I love you to her brother, expressing happiness that he also mentioned her in the post match presentation.
Runs, sixes… Abhishek number 1 among all
After scoring a century in Hyderabad, Abhishek Sharma did not just become the hero of Sunrisers Hyderabad’s victory over Delhi Capitals. In fact, he also became number 1 in terms of scoring most runs and hitting most sixes in IPL 2026. After 7 matches, Abhishek Sharma now has 323 runs, which he has scored on the basis of 27 sixes.
