Abhishek Sharma’s rise in international cricket has been nothing short of meteoric. In just a year and a half, the young Indian opener has become one of the most talked-about players, not only in India but surprisingly across the border in Pakistan. In fact, he ended up as the most searched cricketer on Google in Pakistan in 2025, leaving behind big names like Babar Azam, Shaheen Shah Afridi, and Haris Rauf, none of whom even made the top ten.
A Year of Abhishek!
2025 was the year Abhishek truly announced himself to the world. He produced several explosive innings, particularly in the five-match T20 series against Australia. Over the series, he scored 163 runs at an average of 40.75 with a striking strike rate of 161. His fearless batting at the top of the order helped India clinch the series 2-1 and showed everyone he’s a genuine match-winner.
Asia Cup dominance
If the Australia series put him on the radar, the Asia Cup cemented his status as a rising superstar. Abhishek finished as the tournament’s highest run-scorer with 314 runs at an incredible strike rate of 200 and an average of 44.85. He was relentless, fearless, and thrilling to watch.
The innings that truly stole the spotlight came against Pakistan, where he blazed his way to 74 off just 39 balls. From the very first ball, which he dispatched for a six, Abhishek didn’t hold back, hammering 6 fours and 5 sixes. That knock didn’t just help India to victory; it announced Abhishek Sharma as a force to be reckoned with.
The heat of the moment with Haris Rauf
The India-Pakistan rivalry always brings drama, and this match was no exception. Haris Rauf had a brief, heated exchange with the Indian openers early on, prompting the umpire to step in. After the game, Abhishek was candid “I didn’t like the way they were coming towards us without any reason. That’s why I batted like that.” His attitude combined with his fearless strokeplay only added to the fascination surrounding him.
Why Pakistan couldn’t stop Googling him
There’s something magnetic about a young player who attacks fearlessly, especially in high-pressure matches like India vs Pakistan. Add to that a fiery personality and a few on-field sparks, and it’s no wonder Abhishek became the most searched cricketer in Pakistan. While other players like Hasan Nawaz, Irfan Khan Niazi, Sahibzada Farhan, and Mohammad Abbas followed him on the list, none generated the same buzz.
A Star on the Rise
Abhishek Sharma’s 2025 wasn’t just a breakout, it was a statement. With his explosive batting, calmness under pressure, and ability to turn big matches on their head, he’s quickly become one of the most exciting young talents in world cricket. If this is just the beginning, the future promises plenty of fireworks, and cricket fans everywhere are in for an exhilarating ride.
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