Abhishek Sharma (IPL photo)
New Delhi: Opener Abhishek Sharma struck a stunning knock for Sunrisers Hyderabad in their IPL 2026 match against Chennai Super Kings, smashing the fastest half-century in franchise history. The left-hander reached his fifty in just 15 balls, breaking his previous record of 16 balls, and set the tone early after SRH were asked to bat first.Abhishek started cautiously but soon changed gears, taking complete control of the innings.
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The highlight came in the fifth match against Matthew Short, where he unleashed a flurry of shots and collected 25 runs, including three fours and two consecutive sixes. It helped him race towards his completion in emphatic fashion and put immediate pressure on the CSK bowlers.He continued his aggressive style before being sent off in the eighth minute.
Jimmy Overton bowled a long ball, and Abhishek tried to direct it towards third man but he pushed it away from behind. Sanju Samson completed the hunt and was confident enough to push for the review that confirmed the dismissal. Abhishek stormed back with a brilliant 59 off just 22 balls, hitting six fours and four sixes, giving SRH a strong platform.Abhishek has been in excellent touch throughout IPL 2026 and remains a key figure at the top of the order.
Known for his bold strikes, he consistently provided fast starts for his team. He recently became the second SRH player to cross 100 sixes in this series, underscoring his impact as a powerful batsman.His performances this season include a quick 48 off 21 balls against Kolkata Knight Riders and a blistering 74 off 28 balls against Punjab Kings. With 125 runs in five matches, including two half-centuries, Abhishek continues to play a crucial role in SRH’s batting line-up.