The left-hander reaches the milestone against New Zealand as India clinch a thrilling win

Last updated: October 24, 2026 | 19:12

India's Abhishek Sharma plays a shot during the second T20I against New Zealand at Hagley Oval in Christchurch on October 24, 2026. AFP

Indian opener Abhishek Sharma has become the first batter in men’s T20 internationals to hit 100 sixes during the powerplay.

Abhishek reached the milestone during India’s second T20I against New Zealand in Christchurch. He scored 27 off 21 balls, including three fours and a six, before falling to Mitchell Santner in the ninth over as India chased a target of 181.

The left-hander now has 100 powerplay sixes in T20Is, hitting one every 7.77 balls on average.…