Abhishek Sharma, the opener for Star Sunrisers Hyderabad, showed his mettle once more in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024. The home team of SRH defeated the Lucknow Super Giants, chasing down a target of 166 runs in just 9.4 overs in their most recent match.
Abhishek Sharma’s innings were a key component of SRH’s impressive display; the opener scored 75 runs off of just 28 deliveries, leading his team to an outstanding 10-wicket triumph in Hyderabad.
Following the match, Sharma took to the stage to thank those who had assisted him in honing his skills. He specifically honored former Indian cricket player Yuvraj Singh, who has been instrumental in his career.
The Hindustan Times cited Abhishek Sharma as saying, “I think my hard work before the tournament is showing now, thanks to Yuvi Paaji, my father, who is also my first coach, and Brian (Lara) as well.”
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Yuvraj Singh responded to Sharma’s jab as well. Yuvraj Singh, who was once known as Twitter, took to X to encourage the 23-year-old to remain optimistic and express his belief that his time with the Indian squad is rapidly approaching.
“Great job, @IamAbhiSharma4. Maintain consistency and exercise patience! It’s almost your turn again! @travishead34 What planet, my friend, are you hitting? Incredible! Yuvraj shared, “#SRHvsLSG #IPL2024.”
Well played @IamAbhiSharma4 be consistent be patient ! Your time is around the corner ☝️! @travishead34 what planet are you batting my friend 🤷🏻♂️? Unreal !!! #SRHvsLSG #IPL2024
— Yuvraj Singh (@YUVSTRONG12) May 8, 2024
One of the top players in the IPL 2024, Abhishek Sharma, has amassed 401 runs from 12 matches at an average of 36.45 and a strike rate of 205.6, including two half-centuries. His innings have also been essential to SRH’s victory in the competition.
Sunrisers Hyderabad will now turn their attention to their upcoming match following their impressive performance over the Lucknow Super Giants. At the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, SRH will now play the Gujarat Titans in the 66th match of the competition. On Thursday, May 16, both teams will play one another.
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