India opener Abhishek Sharma delivered a breathtaking performance against New Zealand, scoring 113 runs off just 38 balls in the third T20 International on Tuesday, October 27, 2026. Despite his match-winning century, the left-hander played down a playful challenge from his mentor, former India all-rounder Yuvraj Singh, to score a half-century in just 12 balls.
Abhishek's explosive innings earned him the Player of the Match award as India secured a six-wicket victory over New Zealand. His aggressive batting helped India strengthen its position in the contest and demonstrated his ability to change a match in a short period.
Yuvraj, whom Abhishek has admired since childhood, had teased the young batter on social media, pointing out that he had yet to achieve a 50 off 12 deliveries.
Responding to the challenge, Abhishek said such a feat was not easy, emphasising that batters do not usually go to the crease with specific milestones like a 12-ball fifty in mind.
The exchange highlighted the close relationship between the two left-handed batters, with Yuvraj serving as a mentor to Abhishek. Known for his explosive batting, Yuvraj famously scored a 12-ball half-century against England in the 2007 ICC T20 World Cup, setting a benchmark for power-hitting in international cricket.
Abhishek's 113-run knock has added another memorable chapter to his growing international career. While the young opener remains capable of spectacular scoring, his response showed that he prefers to focus on playing naturally rather than chasing individual records.
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