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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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#IPL #Abhishek #Sharma #brings #Game #Hyderabad #century #SRH">IPL 2026: Abhishek Sharma brings his A Game to Hyderabad with another century for SRH
At 25, Abhishek Sharma is already in his eighth season at Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH).
Having been traded to the franchise after just one season with Delhi Capitals in 2018, the southpaw from Punjab has acquired an imposing aura in orange, garnering the unconditional affection of a quintessentially easy-going Hyderabadi crowd with his daring stroke-play.
On Tuesday night, Abhishek’s stature at SRH rose further as his second Indian Premier League (IPL) hundred helped the side hammer his former franchise by 47 runs at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium.
By hitting an unbeaten 135 off 68 balls to follow a knock of 59 against Chennai Super Kings, he has reinforced the sense that his lean patch for India at the T20 World Cup was an anomaly.
“Obviously, when he comes to Hyderabad, when he comes to this stadium, and when he’s in the team’s midst, it’s his safe space. He’s done so well here over the years and he has that confidence that he’s the man,” SRH bowling coach Varun Aaron said.
“But you can’t negate the amount of work James Franklin (assistant coach) and J. Hariesh (batting coach) have put in. They’ve had long chats with him. Today, he said that the plan was very simple — just to bat till the last over. Our coaching staff, especially the batting staff, has put in a lot of work with him and that’s what we’re seeing at the moment.”
Abhishek is well on his way to having his best IPL season yet.
His 323 runs in seven matches have come at an excellent average of 53.83 and an equally exemplary strike rate of 215.33. He has also had two ducks, but he is clearly deserving of extra leeway.
“When you play a high-risk, high-reward game, sometimes it doesn’t work out and you have to give a player like Abhishek that leeway,” said Aaron.
Published on Apr 22, 2026
At 25, Abhishek Sharma is already in his eighth season at Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH).
Having been traded to the franchise after just one season with Delhi Capitals in 2018, the southpaw from Punjab has acquired an imposing aura in orange, garnering the unconditional affection of a quintessentially easy-going Hyderabadi crowd with his daring stroke-play.
On Tuesday night, Abhishek’s stature at SRH rose further as his second Indian Premier League (IPL) hundred helped the side hammer his former franchise by 47 runs at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium.
By hitting an unbeaten 135 off 68 balls to follow a knock of 59 against Chennai Super Kings, he has reinforced the sense that his lean patch for India at the T20 World Cup was an anomaly.
“Obviously, when he comes to Hyderabad, when he comes to this stadium, and when he’s in the team’s midst, it’s his safe space. He’s done so well here over the years and he has that confidence that he’s the man,” SRH bowling coach Varun Aaron said.
“But you can’t negate the amount of work James Franklin (assistant coach) and J. Hariesh (batting coach) have put in. They’ve had long chats with him. Today, he said that the plan was very simple — just to bat till the last over. Our coaching staff, especially the batting staff, has put in a lot of work with him and that’s what we’re seeing at the moment.”
Abhishek is well on his way to having his best IPL season yet.
His 323 runs in seven matches have come at an excellent average of 53.83 and an equally exemplary strike rate of 215.33. He has also had two ducks, but he is clearly deserving of extra leeway.
“When you play a high-risk, high-reward game, sometimes it doesn’t work out and you have to give a player like Abhishek that leeway,” said Aaron.
Published on Apr 22, 2026
At 25, Abhishek Sharma is already in his eighth season at Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH).Having been…