Rise to Success: Career Highlights of Abhishek Sharma

Discover the career path of Abhishek Sharma, from the first major opportunity to industry-changing achievements.

Abhishek Sharma is an Indian cricketer who plays for the national team. He debuted in July 2024 against Zimbabwe, scoring his first T20I century in his second match. He is a left-handed opening batter and a left-arm spinner. Domestically, he represents Punjab, and in the Indian Premier League (IPL), he plays for Sunrisers Hyderabad.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

2015: Century in Maiden U-16 Match

In 2015, Abhishek Sharma scored a century in his maiden U-16 match in the domestic cricket tournament for the Vijay Merchant Trophy.

2016: U19 Asia Cup Victory

In 2016, Abhishek Sharma captained the team to victory at the U19 Asia Cup and was named player of the match during the final.

2016: U-19 Debut for Punjab

In 2016, Abhishek Sharma made his U-19 debut for Punjab in the Vinoo Mankad Trophy.

October 2017: First-Class Cricket Debut

On October 6, 2017, Abhishek Sharma made his debut in first-class cricket for Punjab in the Ranji Trophy.

2017: Led ODI Series Against England U19

In 2017, Abhishek Sharma led the team during an ODI series against England U19.

January 2018: Bought by Delhi Daredevils in IPL Auction

In January 2018, Abhishek Sharma was bought by Delhi Daredevils in the IPL auction for Rs 5.5 million.

2018: Vijay Hazare Trophy

In 2018, Abhishek Sharma played in the Vijay Hazare Trophy for Punjab.

2018: U19 World Cup Victory

In 2018, Abhishek Sharma was a key member of the team that won the U19 World Cup, scoring a half-century against Bangladesh in the quarterfinal match.

February 2021: Fastest Hundred in List A Cricket

On February 28, 2021, Abhishek Sharma scored the fastest hundred by an Indian in List A cricket, achieving it in 42 balls while playing for Punjab against Madhya Pradesh.

Feb 2022: Bought by Sunrisers Hyderabad

In Feb 2022, Abhishek Sharma was bought by Sunrisers Hyderabad for the 2022 edition of the tournament.

2023: Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy Win

In the 2023-24 season, Abhishek Sharma led Punjab to their maiden Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy win, finishing as the second-highest run scorer with 485 runs.

July 2024: International Cricket Debut

In July 2024, Abhishek Sharma made his international debut against Zimbabwe, marking his entry into the national team. He also scored his maiden T20I century in his second match.

2024: Fastest Fifty for SRH

In 2024, Abhishek Sharma scored the fastest fifty for Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) against Mumbai Indians at the Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket Stadium. He finished the season with 484 runs and won the Most Sixes award.

2024: International Debut and Maiden T20I Century

In 2024, Abhishek Sharma was called up for the tour of Zimbabwe and made his international debut on July 6. He also scored his maiden T20I century in the second match of the series.

2025: Highest Individual Run Scorer for India in T20Is

In 2025, Abhishek Sharma became the highest individual run scorer for India in T20Is, scoring 135 runs from 54 balls against England. He also jumped to the 2nd spot in the men's T20I world rankings.