By Moneycontrol Sports Desk | September 22, 2025
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The Dubai International Stadium witnessed a spectacle on Sunday as Abhishek Sharma produced a breathtaking knock to guide India past arch-rivals Pakistan in the Asia Cup 2025 Super 4 clash. The young left-hander’s explosive batting display ensured India cruised to a six-wicket win with ease.
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Abhishek hammered 74 runs off just 39 deliveries, showcasing his range of strokes and fearless intent. His innings not only entertained the packed crowd but also rewrote record books.
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Abhishek stormed to his half-century in just 24 balls, surpassing his mentor Yuvraj Singh’s 29-ball record set back in 2012. This was the quickest fifty ever scored by an Indian batter against Pakistan in T20 internationals.
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The fireworks didn’t stop there. Abhishek became the fastest player in T20I history to hit 50 sixes, achieving the milestone in just 331 balls faced. He broke West Indies’ Evin Lewis’ record of 366 deliveries, becoming the first batter to reach the landmark in fewer than 350 balls.
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Partnering with Shubman Gill, who struck a fluent 47 off 28 balls, Abhishek powered India to their first-ever century opening stand against Pakistan in T20Is. The duo added 105 runs inside 10 overs, setting the perfect platform.
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With this commanding win, India stamped their authority early in the Super 4 stage. Abhishek Sharma’s record-breaking innings stood out as the defining moment, while the overall team effort highlighted India’s growing depth and confidence against their biggest rivals.