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'Isne game change kar di hai': Why Indias title defence needs Abhishek Sharma

Abhishek Sharmas explosive rise has reshaped Indias T20 blueprint. With a strike rate touching 200, fear factor in the powerplay and consistency to match intent, the left-hander has become indispensable to Indias T20 World Cup title defence. Beyond numbers, it is the psychological impact he creates that gives India a decisive edge.

26 Jan 2026 12:08 pm