Match Abhishek Sharma: Despite getting off to a rocky start in the first T20 International against Zimbabwe, India roared back in fiery fashion as the World champions of the format went on to defeat the hosts by a huge margin of hundred runs in the second game to level the series.
The 100-run victory could be attributed to the Man-of-the-Match Abhishek Sharma, who scored his debut international ton in the game.
“It was a good performance after the defeat yesterday. We didn't have much time to lament. I felt that T20 is all about momentum. It was my day today. Special thanks to the coaches and captain to keep confidence. I feel like if it's your day, you express yourself. After the drop I thought it was my day and had to take responsibility. Rutu helped me in keeping perspective. I always believe in my (hitting) ability. It's about momentum for me. If it's in the arc, I believe I need to hit it over regardless of when it is,” said Abhishek in the post match conference.
The 23-year old made an impression in the 2024 IPL season which saw him being called up for his debut international series against Zimbabwe.
Alongside him, CSK captain Ruturaj Gaikwad scored a valiant 77 off 47 balls to power India to the mammoth total of 234 runs.
The 23-year old made an impression in the 2024 IPL season which saw him being called up for his debut international series against Zimbabwe.
The five-game series is now level at 1-1 with the third game scheduled to be played on Wednesday at the Harare Sports Club.