Abhishek Sharma, T20 World Cup 2026: The match between India and South Africa in the Super-8 stage of ICC T20 World Cup 2026 is going to be held today (22 February) at Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. Before this high-voltage match, there are increased concerns about the form of Indian team’s opening batsman Abhishek Sharma, he has not been able to open his account in this tournament yet. Abhishek Sharma has been out on 0 in 3 consecutive matches. Meanwhile, he took a big step a few hours before the match against South Africa.
Where did Abhishek Sharma-Gautam Gambhir go suddenly?
According to media reports, Abhishek Sharma and Gautam Gambhir were seen leaving the hotel in a black SUV on the day of the match. Actually, a special practice session was arranged for Abhishek Sharma in the stadium. The rest of the team players were in the hotel only. Be it the match day, most of the players prepare themselves mentally, but Abhishek Sharma surprised everyone and decided to go to the field.
He conducted a private indoor net session at the stadium with the help of local bowlers. The session was divided into three parts, lasting 15015 minutes, with Abhishek facing rib-line bowling and round-the-wicket off-spin, which resembled match conditions. This secret practice session was to strengthen his confidence, so that he could play well against the strong bowling attack of South Africa and get back in form.
Waiting for the first run in T20 World Cup
Abhishek Sharma is waiting for his first run in the T20 World Cup. He played his first match against USA, in which he was out on the first ball. After this he came to play against Pakistan, but this time also his account was not opened. Then against Netherlands also, Abhishek faced only 3 balls and was out on 0. But the team has backed him, so it is certain that he will play against South Africa also.
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