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#IPL #James #Franklin #praises #Abhishek #Sharma #meticulous #preparation">IPL 2026 — James Franklin praises Abhishek Sharma for his meticulous preparation If there is one constant in Sunrisers Hyderabad’s (SRH) surge this season, it has been the uninhibited flair of Abhishek Sharma. With 380 runs from eight matches, the left-hander sits atop the run charts after Match 39 — a testament to his range and method.
Ahead of Wednesday’s clash against Mumbai Indians, SRH assistant coach James Franklin indicated that Abhishek’s preparation is meticulous, particularly against bowlers who may look to outfox him with variations.
“As far as Abhishek is concerned, he is very detailed with how he plans and prepares for oppositions. He will know and understand what MI’s bowlers will try and present to him, particularly in the PowerPlay,” Franklin said.
Abhishek had earlier fallen to a slower-ball ploy from Mohammed Shami, prompting questions about whether Mumbai might attempt a similar trap. But Franklin suggested that the opener’s strength lies in anticipation as much as execution.
“He likes to have conversations around the different bowlers that he is going to be coming up against in the next game. So, he will be well aware of potentially how they might come at him,” he said.
It is that blend of preparation and intent that has defined Abhishek’s season. His ability to dominate the PowerPlay — without abandoning situational awareness — has given SRH a head-start in most games.
Against a Mumbai Indians attack searching for consistency, the contest at the top against Jasprit Bumrah could once again set the tone. And if Abhishek’s numbers are any indication, it is a challenge he appears well equipped to meet.
Published on Apr 28, 2026
If there is one constant in Sunrisers Hyderabad’s (SRH) surge this season, it has been…
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#SRH #IPL #Abhishek #Sharma #slams #IPL #century">SRH vs DC IPL 2026: Abhishek Sharma slams second IPL century
SRH opener Abhishek Sharma slammed his second IPL century against Delhi Capitals at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium in Hyderabad on Tuesday.
The 25-year-old, who has been in good form this season scoring two half centuries already, brought up his century off 47 balls with a maximum over deep square leg.
Interestingly, not only did Abhishek score his first IPL century at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium like he did today, he also did so on the same pitch that was used in the match against Punjab Kings last year- Pitch No. 2.
It’s been a sensational innings from Abhishek so far, smashing eight fours and ten sixes to help his side gain complete control of the game.
The opener has showed no mercy to any of the bowlers, striking boundaries at will and taking them to all parts of the ground in front of a full house home crowd.
Published on Apr 21, 2026
SRH opener Abhishek Sharma slammed his second IPL century against Delhi Capitals at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium in Hyderabad on Tuesday.
The 25-year-old, who has been in good form this season scoring two half centuries already, brought up his century off 47 balls with a maximum over deep square leg.
Interestingly, not only did Abhishek score his first IPL century at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium like he did today, he also did so on the same pitch that was used in the match against Punjab Kings last year- Pitch No. 2.
It’s been a sensational innings from Abhishek so far, smashing eight fours and ten sixes to help his side gain complete control of the game.
The opener has showed no mercy to any of the bowlers, striking boundaries at will and taking them to all parts of the ground in front of a full house home crowd.
Published on Apr 21, 2026
SRH opener Abhishek Sharma slammed his second IPL century against Delhi Capitals at the Rajiv…
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#Abhishek #Sharma #scores #fastest #IPL #fifty #contest #Chennai #Super #Kings">Abhishek Sharma scores his fastest IPL fifty in contest against Chennai Super Kings
Sunrisers Hyderabad opener Abhishek Sharma scored his fastest Indian Premier League half-century during the IPL 2026 match against Chennai Super Kings in Hyderabad on Saturday.
He smacked a 15-ball 50 to better his 16-ball fifty he had scored during the 2024 season against Mumbai Indians in Hyderabad.
This was also the fastest fifty by a SRH player.
The record for the fastest half-century is held by Rajasthan Royals’ batter Yashasvi Jaiswal, who scored one off 13 balls against Kolkata Knight Riders in 2023.
Sunrisers is looking to extend its winning run against CSK at the Uppal Stadium, which dates back to 2019.
Published on Apr 18, 2026
Sunrisers Hyderabad opener Abhishek Sharma scored his fastest Indian Premier League half-century during the IPL 2026 match against Chennai Super Kings in Hyderabad on Saturday.
He smacked a 15-ball 50 to better his 16-ball fifty he had scored during the 2024 season against Mumbai Indians in Hyderabad.
This was also the fastest fifty by a SRH player.
The record for the fastest half-century is held by Rajasthan Royals’ batter Yashasvi Jaiswal, who scored one off 13 balls against Kolkata Knight Riders in 2023.
Sunrisers is looking to extend its winning run against CSK at the Uppal Stadium, which dates back to 2019.
Published on Apr 18, 2026
Sunrisers Hyderabad opener Abhishek Sharma scored his fastest Indian Premier League half-century during the IPL…