Abhishek Sharma Responds Humorously to Yuvraj Singh's 12-Ball Remark

In a recent T20 match against New Zealand, Abhishek Sharma delivered a stunning performance, scoring 113 runs off 38 balls. Following his innings, he humorously responded to a playful remark from his mentor, Yuvraj Singh, who teased him about not achieving a 50 in 12 balls. Abhishek's witty comeback highlighted the challenges of such milestones in cricket, emphasizing the team's focus on winning. This match not only showcased his talent but also drew comparisons to Yuvraj's historic record from the 2007 T20 World Cup. Discover more about this exciting encounter and Abhishek's thoughts on the game.

By Narendra Chaudhary Oct 27, 2026, 18:43 IST

Abhishek Sharma's Stellar Performance Against New Zealand

In a thrilling T20 international match against New Zealand, Abhishek Sharma showcased his batting prowess by scoring an impressive 113 runs off just 38 balls. Following his explosive innings, he humorously addressed a playful jab from his mentor, Yuvraj Singh.

During the match held in Wellington, Abhishek made headlines by reaching his half-century in a mere 15 balls. In response, Yuvraj took to social media to tease him, stating that he still hasn't managed to score 50 runs in 12 balls.

Reacting to Yuvraj's comment after being named 'Player of the Match', Abhishek laughed and remarked, "I've mentioned this before, and honestly, I don't know what kind of cricket he was playing at that time. Scoring 50 runs in 12 balls is no easy feat. It happens rarely, and as a batsman, we don't focus on such milestones. Our primary goal is always to secure a win for the team, and that was our plan today as well."

It's worth noting that Yuvraj Singh made history during the 2007 T20 World Cup by scoring a half-century in just 12 balls against England, a record that still stands. In the match against New Zealand, Abhishek formed a formidable partnership with Vaibhav Suryavanshi, leading India to chase down a target of 199 runs in just 13.2 overs.