Abhishek Sharma Smashes 12-ball Fifty; Powers Punjab to 310/5 in Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy
In a thrilling display of batting prowess, Abhishek Sharma led Punjab to a strong start in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, scoring a 12-ball fifty against Bengal. Opening the innings with Prabhsimran Singh, Abhishek tore into a Bengal attack led by Mohammed Shami and Akash Deep, scoring at an impressive rate of over 15 runs per over against both pacers.
Abhishek's explosive innings was marked by a flurry of boundaries and sixes, with the left-hander reaching his half-century with five fours and five sixes. Notably, he faced just one dot ball in the 12 deliveries it took to reach this milestone, showcasing his aggressive approach to the game.
The Bengal bowlers, led by Mohammed Shami and Akash Deep, struggled to contain Abhishek's onslaught, as he took them to task with a series of powerful shots. Saksham Choudhary and Writtick Chatterjee also came in for a thrashing, with Abhishek scoring freely against them as well.
Punjab's strong start, thanks to Abhishek's blistering innings, has set them up for a big total. The team finished at 310/5 in their allotted 20 overs, with Abhishek's innings being the highlight of the match so far.
As Punjab look to build on this strong start, Abhishek's performance will be a key factor in their chances of success. The Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy is a highly competitive tournament, and Punjab will need to continue to perform at a high level to make a deep run in the competition.
The match between Punjab and Bengal will be closely watched by cricket fans, with Abhishek's blistering innings setting the tone for a thrilling contest.
