Abhishek Sharma continued his sensational run in the Asia Cup, delivering another electrifying performance that captivated audiences. However, it was a deeply personal celebration that truly stole the spotlight during India’s Super Fours match against Bangladesh.
The young left-handed batsman reached a rapid half-century off just 25 balls, marking his fifth such score in T20 Internationals. This impressive feat saw him surpass cricketing legend Yuvraj Singh on India’s all-time list, with only captain Suryakumar Yadav (7) and Rohit Sharma (6) now ahead of him in this elite category.
Sharma’s innings eventually concluded at a formidable 75 runs, contributing to a powerful opening partnership of 77 runs with vice-captain Shubman Gill. This dynamic start set a strong foundation for India.
The most memorable moment of his innings arrived when he celebrated his half-century. Unlike his previous “L” sign celebration against Pakistan, which he later clarified stood for “Love,” this time Abhishek opted for something more intimate. He blew kisses towards the stands, a gesture that cameras quickly revealed was directed at his sister, Komal Sharma, who was visibly delighted and returned the affectionate gesture.
Komal Sharma had also been present during India’s earlier clash with Pakistan, proudly witnessing her brother’s 74-run knock. The repeat of Abhishek’s stellar batting and his charming celebration on Tuesday rapidly became a viral sensation across social media platforms.
With these consecutive explosive innings at the top, Abhishek Sharma has not only solidified his position alongside Shubman Gill but has also endeared himself to fans with his distinctive and heartfelt ways of marking his milestones.
At the time Abhishek lost his wicket, India stood at 112/3 after 11.1 overs.