“Gayle used to play maiden overs” - Former RCB batter’s massive praise for Abhishek Sharma’s approach amid IND vs NZ 2026 T20Is

Abhishek Sharma better than Chris Gayle? Former India star's big praise for opener

Mohammed Kaif has compared Abhishek Sharma’s explosive batting to Chris Gayle after his New Zealand onslaught. The former India batter said Abhishek’s consistency and instant impact set him apart from most power-hitters.

“Gayle used to play maiden overs” - Former RCB batter’s massive praise for Abhishek Sharma’s approach amid IND vs NZ 2026 T20Is

Former Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) and India batter Mohammad Kaif heaped high praise on Abhishek Sharma’s batting approach, while drawing a comparison with Chris Gayle.

"He's Extremely Unselfish": Ex-India Star Big Praise For Abhishek Sharma

Young India opener Abhishek Sharma broke several records during the third T20I of the five-match series against New Zealand on Sunday.

IND vs NZ: Abhishek Sharma Registers Second First-Ball Duck of Series, Fans React On Rare Failure

India opener Abhishek Sharma had a rare failure during the fourth T20I against New Zealand as he was undone for a first-ball 0 in Vizag. Chasing 216, India began the proceedings with Abhishek and wicket-keeper batter Sanju Samson in the middle. Sharma danced down the track against Matt Henry on the very first ball that he faced, hit it in the air but miscued his stroke. Devon Conway who was stationed at third man ran forward and took a brilliant…

Abhishek Sharma more explosive than Chris Gayle? Kaif left amazed after Indian opener's 14-ball fifty - Inside Sport India

Has Abhishek Sharma already become one of the greatest T20 openers of all time? For most, Chris Gayle holds that mantle. Abhishek doesn’t have the longevity that Gayle and other great T20 openers have, but his peak level isn’t far away. Former Indian batter Mohammad Kaif thinks that Abhishek has gone past Gayle in one specific category. While the former Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) player holds the record for the highest-ever individual sco…

‘If Abhishek is on, India are…’: Mohammad Kaif hails young opener and compares him to Chris Gayle

Former India cricketer Mohammad Kaif has lavished praise on young opener Abhishek Sharma for his explosive performances in the ongoing T20I series against New Zealand. The left-handed batter has been in sensational touch, playing a key role in helping India seal the series with matches still remaining. Abhishek smashed scores of 84 in the first T20I and 68 in the third match, putting the New Zealand bowlers under immense pressure. His innings in…