Former India cricketer and mentor Yuvraj Singh caught fans’ attention with a surprise comment on Abhishek Sharma’s Instagram post. Yuvraj playfully issued a firm warning after Abhishek’s unfortunate run-out during the first T20I against Bangladesh in Gwalior on Sunday. The run-out incident occurred in the opening game of the three-match series, and Yuvraj’s lighthearted but sharp remark added to the buzz surrounding the match. His message not only highlighted the dismissal but also showed his continued influence and mentorship in Indian cricket.
Abhishek Sharma’s Unfortunate Dismissal:
Abhishek Sharma, who made headlines with a blistering 47-ball century during the T20I series against Zimbabwe, carried his stellar form into the chase of 128 against Bangladesh. Fresh off an impressive IPL 2024 season, the 24-year-old got off to a flying start, smashing 16 runs from just seven deliveries.
However, his aggressive knock was cut short due to a miscommunication with opening partner Sanju Samson. After guiding the ball towards mid-wicket, Samson hesitated to run, leaving Abhishek stranded far from his crease. Towhid Hridoy capitalized on the moment, delivering a direct hit to dismiss Abhishek in an unfortunate run-out.
Despite Abhishek Sharma’s unfortunate dismissal, India comfortably chased down the target in under 12 overs, thanks to explosive innings from Suryakumar Yadav and Hardik Pandya. After the game, Abhishek shared a post on Instagram, reflecting on the match and expressing his thoughts, garnering support from fans and teammates despite the early exit. With a few pictures of the match, he wrote, “Every run, every ball–it’s all for the team.”
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One fan expressed confidence that a big innings was on the horizon for the young Abhishek Sharma. However, Yuvraj Singh didn’t hold back, delivering a direct message to the rising star. His comment, both supportive and pointed, reminded Abhishek to stay focused and learn from the unfortunate dismissal in the previous match. He replied, “ Only if we apply our brains properly.”
Yuvraj Singh’s Impact on Abhishek Sharma’s Playing Styling:
Despite calling Abhishek Sharma’s duck on his international debut “good,” Yuvraj Singh’s influence clearly resonated with the young player. He credited Yuvraj after making a strong comeback by scoring a century in the very next match. This acknowledgment highlighted the mentor’s role in helping Abhishek bounce back and regain his form on the international stage.
Abhishek said, “ I spoke to him (Yuvraj) yesterday and he said I don’t know why but he was very happy when I was out on zero. He said that’s a good start. I think he must be very proud of me just like my family, I am playing at this level because of him. The hard work he has put on me. For the past two, three years he has really worked hard not only on my cricket even off the field as well.”
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