Abhishek Fires India Into West Indies Decider
Abhishek Sharma powered India back into contention at the T20 World Cup on Monday, delivering a match-winning knock that set up a virtual quarterfinal against West Indies in the Super 8 stage.
The young opener struck a fluent half-century, attacking from the outset to anchor India’s total and revive their campaign after earlier setbacks. “I just wanted to back my instincts and play freely,” Abhishek said after the win.
India’s captain praised the turnaround: “This is the intent we needed at this stage.”
With semifinal qualification now hinging on their next fixture, India must beat West Indies to advance, turning the upcoming clash into a straight shootout for a last-four spot.