India opener Abhishek Sharma is back under scrutiny after another disappointing outing, managing just 10 runs in a high-stakes T20 World Cup clash against West Indies cricket team at Eden Gardens. Chasing a daunting 197, India needed a strong start, but Abhishek’s early dismissal put immediate pressure on the innings.
His tournament has been far from smooth. A stomach infection forced him to miss the Namibia game, and rhythm has eluded him since his return. Across his first four matches, he managed only 15 runs, including three ducks. Though he briefly silenced critics with a fluent 55 off 30 balls against Zimbabwe, inconsistency continues to haunt him.
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Former India batter Manoj Tiwary offered a frank assessment, stating that early stardom must translate into match-winning performances. He emphasised that freedom at the crease should not lead to reckless shot selection. Calling it an “off day,” Tiwary added that Abhishek must develop sharper decision-making under pressure if he hopes to cement his place at the top.
