Abhishek Sharma reaches highest T20I batting rating in cricket history

Abhishek Sharma has achieved the highest batting rating ever recorded in ICC T20I history, reaching 931 points. The Indian batter surpassed the previous record held by Dawid Malan after a consistent run of form, including a 61-run performance against Sri Lanka. His development, guided by mentor Yuvraj Singh, transitioned him from a youth prospect into a core member of the national squad. During 2025, he accumulated over 1,000 T20 runs with a strike rate exceeding 200, complemented by domestic success with Sunrisers Hyderabad in the IPL. His international career spans 56 matches since 2024, featuring 1,629 runs and two centuries. Sharma recently contributed to India's title-winning run at the 2026 T20 World Cup, where he scored 52 off 21 balls in the final against New Zealand.

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