Ajinkya Rahane advises India to strategize around star opener Abhishek Sharma ahead of T20 World Cup 2026. Read his take on Sharma’s high-risk game and Hardik Pandya’s all-round impact.
As the T20 World Cup 2026 approaches, scheduled to be co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka starting February 7, the Indian cricket team is emerging as one of the top favourites to lift the trophy. Ahead of the tournament, veteran batter Ajinkya Rahane has shared his views on how the Indian team should plan strategically around their star opener, Abhishek Sharma.
Ajinkya Rahane, reflecting on Sharma’s performance in the fourth T20I against New Zealand, praised the young batter for his fearless, high-risk style of play. “With Abhishek Sharma, it’s going to happen. He plays that high-risk game. When it pays off, he can be a match-winner. Let’s assume he might get out on 0, maybe even first ball — this could happen in the World Cup. But the Indian batting lineup is not dependent on Abhishek; collectively, they are all really strong,” Rahane said in an exclusive conversation with Cricbuzz.
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Abhishek Sharma: The Key Opener for India
Opening the innings for India, Abhishek Sharma has impressed consistently in T20 cricket. His aggressive approach at the top of the order has made him a crucial player in the Men in Blue setup, especially as India prepares to face strong competition from teams like Australia, England, and Pakistan in the upcoming T20 World Cup.
Ajinkya Rahane Highlights Hardik Pandya’s Impact
Ajinkya Rahane also emphasized the role of all-rounder Hardik Pandya in India’s T20 setup. According to Rahane, Pandya’s bowling can be decisive, especially when India fields first, adding that it also boosts his confidence as a batsman. “When you want Hardik in the game, his bowling becomes really crucial, especially if we bowl first. Then his batting approach changes entirely. Today, he didn’t look like a typical Hardik. The intent was there, but I’ve seen with many all-rounders that if they don’t bowl first, their batting is completely different,” Rahane explained.
Looking Ahead to T20 World Cup 2026
With Abhishek Sharma and Hardik Pandya in prime form, along with the experience of players like Rahane, the Indian team appears well-balanced for the T20 World Cup 2026. Experts and fans alike will be keeping a close watch on Sharma’s performance as India aims to defend home conditions and secure the coveted T20 title.
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