Abhishek hits fastest century in full-member T20s
· Sports · BBC Sport, Indian Express, Times of India
Abhishek Sharma hit a 30-ball century, the fastest in a T20 international between two full-member nations, during India's 221-7 victory over Afghanistan in Delhi. The 26-year-old opener scored 108 from 34 balls with nine fours and 11 sixes, reaching his hundred in the ninth over when India were 132-0. He hit 96 of his 100 runs in boundaries, with only a single, another single and a two not coming from boundaries. Afghanistan were bowled out for 94 in response, giving India a 3-0 series sweep. Abhishek's innings included a dominant display against pace bowlers using the pull shot and spinners down the ground, helping India score 100 in the powerplay before his dismissal off Rashid Khan.
Why it matters
Abhishek Sharma reasserts his place among India's top T20 batters after losing the top ranking in July, boosting confidence in India's batting depth ahead of major tournaments. His record-breaking innings highlights the growing explosiveness of India's top order in T20 cricket.
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