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“I've been waiting for this tour”: Abhishek Sharma after stellar series against Australia Photograph: (BCCI)
Overview
- The five-match T20I series between India and Australia ended on a disappointing note.
- The fifth and final game was called off due to heavy rain in Brisbane.
- Abhishek Sharma was named Player of the Series.
The five-match T20I series between India and Australia ended on a disappointing note as the fifth and final game was called off due to heavy rain in Brisbane. After being asked to bat first, India made a blazing start, racing to 52 runs without losing a wicket in just 4.5 overs before rain stopped play. No further action was possible, and India clinched the series 2–1.
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Openers Abhishek Sharma (unbeaten 23 off 13, strike rate 176.92) and Shubman Gill (unbeaten 29 off 16, strike rate 181.25) remained not out. Abhishek was named Player of the Series after finishing as the top run-scorer with 163 runs in five innings, striking at 161.38.
“I've been waiting for this tour." - Abhishek
After receiving the award, Abhishek shared his excitement about the series and how eagerly he had been waiting to perform in Australia.
“I've been waiting for this tour. I was excited from the time the series was confirmed. Pitches are batting-friendly. I feel we could've gotten bigger scores but we've done well in the series. The way Hazlewood was bowling would be useful. I've enjoyed my battles with him. I was practicing for these kinda bowlers because that's how you build momentum for your team,” he said.
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The opener also spoke about the trust and clarity given by the team management regarding his role. “My captain and coach have given the responsibility to play freely and start big. They've given me clarity and space to go express myself. T20 WC is one of the biggest tournaments, it'll be a dream-come-true moment if and when I get to play there. I'll make sure I'll be ready for it,” Abhishek concluded.