Abhishek Sharma’s 11th T20 Duck: Key Statistics Highlight

In a noteworthy moment during the 4th T20I against New Zealand, India’s Abhishek Sharma was dismissed for a first-ball duck. This match took place on Wednesday in Vizag, as India aimed to chase down a formidable target of 216 runs. Sharma faced Matt Henry, who delivered the opening ball leading to his dismissal, caught by Devon Conway with a spectacular dive.

Abhishek Sharma’s Inconsistent Performance in the Series

Throughout the ongoing five-match T20I series, Abhishek Sharma has displayed a mixed level of performance. He kicked off the series impressively, scoring 84 runs in Nagpur. However, in a subsequent match in Raipur, he again faced a first-ball duck. His standout performance came in the third T20I, where he scored an impressive unbeaten 68 runs.

Key Statistics Highlight

• 11 ducks in T20 matches overall.
• 3 ducks in T20Is for India.
• In a total of 172 matches, he has amassed 5,070 runs at an average of 33.35.
• In his T20I career, he has played 35 matches scoring 1,267 runs at an average of 37.26.

Abhishek’s Unwanted Record

Sharma’s recent duck marks him as the fourth Indian batter to be dismissed on the first ball of a T20I inning. This unwanted record highlights challenges faced by prominent batsmen under pressure.

List of Indian Batters Dismissed on the First Ball in T20Is

These statistics and records reflect the fluctuating nature of Abhishek Sharma’s career in T20 cricket, illustrating both his potential and the challenges he faces in high-stake matches.