India’s Fastest T20I Half-Centuries: Abhishek Sharma Makes the List with 20-Ball Fifty
Abhishek Sharma hammered 20-ball fifty against England.
Abhishek Sharma’s explosive 20-ball half-century against England has etched his name in the record books as one of India’s fastest half-centurions in T20Is. His sensational knock played a crucial role in India’s thumping seven-wicket victory in the first T20I of the series at Eden Gardens, Kolkata.
Abhishek Sharma’s Record-Breaking Innings
The left-handed opener hammered 79 runs off just 34 balls, laced with 8 towering sixes and 5 fours, as India chased down England’s modest target of 133 runs in just 12.5 overs. Sharma’s quick-fire fifty came in style, smashing Jamie Overton for a six to reach the milestone. His innings not only helped India take a 1-0 lead in the five-match series but also marked his inclusion in an elite list of India’s fastest T20I half-centurions.
India’s Fastest Half-Centuries in T20Is
Here’s a look at India’s top 10 fastest T20I fifties:
| Player | Balls Taken | Against | Venue | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yuvraj Singh | 12 | England | Durban | 19/09/2007 |
| KL Rahul | 18 | Scotland | Dubai (DSC) | 05/11/2021 |
| Suryakumar Yadav | 18 | South Africa | Guwahati | 02/10/2022 |
| Gautam Gambhir | 19 | Sri Lanka | Colombo (RPS) | 10/02/2009 |
| Axar Patel | 20 | Sri Lanka | Pune | 05/01/2023 |
| Yuvraj Singh | 20 | Australia | Durban | 22/09/2007 |
| Yuvraj Singh | 20 | Sri Lanka | Mohali | 12/12/2009 |
| Abhishek Sharma | 20 | England | Kolkata | 22/01/2025 |
| Shikhar Dhawan | 22 | Sri Lanka | Ranchi | 12/02/2016 |
| Rohit Sharma | 22 | West Indies | Lauderhill | 27/08/2016 |
The second T20I is scheduled for January 25 in Chennai, where India will look to extend their lead while England will look to bounce back.
