Abhishek Sharma’s Blitz: Record-Breaking Century Seals India’s Series Win
Abhishek Sharma hits a record-breaking 113 off 38 balls to lead India to a series win over New Zealand in Wellington.
In a display of raw power and clinical precision, Abhishek Sharma century New Zealand has rewritten the record books of T20 International cricket. On October 27, 2026, at the Henry Stadium in Wellington, Sharma unleashed a storm of boundaries to propel India to a dominant six-wicket victory in the third T20I, ensuring an unassailable 3-0 lead in the five-match series.
A Masterclass in Destruction
Abhishek Sharma didn't just score runs; he dismantled the New Zealand bowling attack. He smashed a staggering 113 runs off a mere 38 deliveries, maintaining an astronomical strike rate of 297.37. His innings was a spectacle of aggression, featuring 11 towering sixes and 9 boundaries.
The milestone was reached in breathtaking fashion as Sharma brought up his century in just 35 balls. This feat establishes him as the fastest player from a full-member nation to ever score a century in T20 Internationals.
Shattering Records and Surpassing Legends
Sharma's performance wasn't just about the speed of the century, but the legacy it builds. With this innings, he has recorded his 11th career T20 century, officially surpassing the legendary Virat Kohli, who previously held the record for the most T20 centuries by an Indian batsman with 10.
The carnage extended to the team score as well. India achieved the fastest team century in T20 International history, racing to 118 runs in just six overs. This explosive start was fueled by a lethal opening stand between Sharma and Vaibhav Suryavanshi. The duo shared a 133-run partnership off only 43 balls, with Suryavanshi contributing a quick-fire 45 runs from 19 deliveries—a performance that earned praise from former South African all-rounder Lance Klusener.
The Mentor’s Challenge and the Record-Breaker’s Humility
Despite the historic achievement, Sharma found himself on the receiving end of some light-hearted banter from his mentor, Yuvraj Singh. After the match, Singh jokingly noted that Sharma is still missing a half-century scored in just 12 balls from his resume.
Responding with a smile, Sharma admitted that such a feat is incredibly difficult to achieve. He expressed his deep admiration for Yuvraj, marveling at how the former Indian star managed to play such an aggressive brand of cricket during his own illustrious career. Sharma also credited his coaching team for the success he is currently enjoying on the field.
Dominance in Numbers
Sharma’s appetite for big hits continues to grow. He already holds the record for hitting the most sixes off the very first ball of an innings—a feat he has accomplished eight times. By the end of the 2026 India-New Zealand T20I series, he has solidified his position as the leading six-hitter of the tour, marking him as one of the most feared openers in the shortest format of the game.