Star Indian batter Abhishek Sharma has added another milestone to his extraordinary T20 season, becoming the first Indian cricketer ever to hit 100 sixes in a single calendar year. The young left-handed opener from Punjab continued his dominant run in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy (SMAT) 2025, smashing a superb 62 off just 34 balls, laced with eight fours and three sixes at a strike rate of 182.35.
Abhishek has been in blistering form throughout 2024–25, compiling 1,499 runs in T20s this year at an impressive average of 42.82 and a staggering strike rate of 204.22. His tally includes three centuries and nine fifties, with a breathtaking top score of 148, which also came in the ongoing SMAT.
Second-Highest Run-Getter in SMAT 2025
In the current edition of the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, Abhishek has accumulated 304 runs at an average of 50.66 and a jaw-dropping strike rate close to 250. His tournament tally includes one century and two fifties, making him the second-highest run-scorer so far.
Punjab Pile Up 233/6 After Explosive Batting Display
In their latest match, Punjab were asked to bowl first by Services, but their batting unit made the biggest impact.
The innings was set up by a powerful 106-run partnership between Prabhsimran Singh (50 off 28 balls, 7 fours, 2 sixes) and Abhishek Sharma. The momentum carried through the middle overs as:
- Anmolpreet Singh contributed a swift 34 off 23 balls
- Naman Dhir unleashed a sensational 54 off just 22 balls, hammering six sixes and two fours
The collective effort took Punjab to a commanding 233/6 in 20 overs.
For Services, Abhishek Tiwari and Vikas Gaur were the standout bowlers, picking up two wickets each.
Punjab’s Standing in Group C
With three wins and two losses, Punjab currently sit at fourth place in Group C as they push to secure a spot in the knockout stages.