The IPL is in full swing, and the batters are really turning up the heat, smashing balls out of the grounds. We’re seeing loads of high-scoring games again this year, and one team that often pops up in conversations about big scores is Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH). However, their star batsman, Abhishek Sharma, has hit a bit of a rough patch lately.
His performances have been a bit underwhelming, to put it mildly. Aside from a quick-fire 24 runs off just 11 balls against Rajasthan, he has struggled to make a mark in his last couple of games, posting single-digit scores. It’s a tough spot for him, and he’s surely looking to turn things around in the next match against Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) at Eden Gardens.
92 runs needed to get to 1500 run mark in IPL
Now, here’s some exciting news: Abhishek Sharma is just 92 runs shy of hitting 1500 runs in the IPL. He’s been one of the more reliable batsmen for Sunrisers, especially if we look past the slow start he had this season. Known for his aggressive batting, he has a strike rate of 155.58, which really gets the crowd going. He’ll be itching to reach that milestone against KKR and show what he’s made of.
200 sixes in Asia
On top of that, Sharma also has another cool milestone within reach. He needs just three more sixes to reach 200 sixes in T20 matches across Asia. His ability to hit big consistently has made him a key player in the shorter format of the game. If he plays his usual attacking style in the next game, he could easily smash those three sixes and hit that mark.
50 wickets in T 20 format
And it doesn’t stop there! As an all-rounder, he’s also close to another achievement — he only needs three more wickets to hit the 50-wicket mark in T20 cricket. While most people know him for his batting, he’s actually pretty handy with the ball too. His left-arm spin has snagged some important wickets for his team, and he keeps the runs in check with an economy rate of 8.17 throughout his IPL career.
50 catches in T 20 cricket
Lastly, his fielding is something to talk about as well. Abhishek is just two catches away from reaching 50 catches in T20 games. His skills in the field have been crucial, especially during tight moments in matches. With his quick reflexes and a little bit of luck, he could easily grab those catches in the upcoming match against KKR.
So, all in all, Abhishek Sharma has plenty on the line in his next appearance, and it’ll be interesting to see how he tackles these challenges in the game!
