Abhishek Sharma sets T20I record against Afghanistan - Dawn
Indian opening batter Abhishek Sharma set a new T20I record by scoring the fastest century in 30 balls against Afghanistan in Delhi, leading India to a 127-run victory and a 3-0 series sweep. Sharma's 108 runs off 34 balls surpassed Rohit Sharma's previous record, with India's bowlers also performing strongly to dismiss Afghanistan for 94.
Why it matters
This achievement marks a significant milestone in T20 international cricket, showcasing exceptional individual performance and contributing to India's dominant series win. It highlights the evolving dynamics and increasing scoring rates in the shortest format of the game.
--> India opening batter Abhishek Sharma scored a century off 30 balls in Delhi, India, in the third T20I match against Afghanistan. This is the fastest century in Twenty20 international cricket among players from countries that are full members of the International Cricket Council. India won by 127 runs and completed the three-match series 3–0, Dawn reports .
The 26-year-old Sharma scored 108 runs off 34 balls, hitting nine fours and 11 sixes. He was dismissed by Rashid Khan. India’s previous T20I record belonged to Rohit Sharma, who scored a century off 35 balls in a match against Sri Lanka in 2017.
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