In a sensational display of power-hitting, India’s opening batsman Abhishek Sharma shattered a world record in T20I cricket as he powered his team to a six-wicket victory over arch-rivals Pakistan in the Asia Cup 2025 Super 4 clash on Sunday.
Abhishek was in sublime form, dominating the Pakistan bowlers from the very first ball. He scored a blistering 74 runs from just 39 deliveries, an innings that included six fours and five sixes. It was during this magnificent knock that the 24-year-old achieved a stunning milestone, becoming the fastest batsman in T20I history to hit 50 sixes, reaching the mark in just 331 balls.
The record, which was previously held by West Indies powerhouse Evin Lewis (366 balls), now belongs to the young Indian opener. The achievement is even more impressive considering Abhishek is the first player to hit 50 sixes in T20I cricket in fewer than 350 balls.
His fiery innings, which saw him and his partner Shubman Gill put on a game-changing 105-run opening partnership, not only set the tone for India’s successful chase of 172 but also cemented his status as a key player in India’s T20 lineup.
The win in Dubai marks a significant psychological victory for India, who have now defeated Pakistan twice in the ongoing tournament. While the team’s victory was a collective effort, it was Abhishek Sharma’s record-breaking performance that truly stole the show and left a lasting impression on cricket fans around the world.
