Abhishek Sharma produced a stunning batting performance in the third T20 International against New Zealand in Wellington. He smashed a century in just 35 balls, setting a record for the fastest T20I hundred by an Indian batter on foreign soil. Abhishek attacked every type of delivery, hitting sixes off short balls, full deliveries and good-length balls. He had previously scored a 30-ball T20I century against Afghanistan in Delhi, but his latest knock created a new record overseas.


113 Runs Off 38 Balls

Abhishek scored 113 runs from just 38 deliveries before being dismissed. His explosive innings included 11 sixes and nine fours. He completed his century with a boundary, bringing up the milestone in only 35 balls. His powerful hitting put New Zealand’s bowlers under immense pressure and gave India a flying start in their chase of the target.


Two Centuries in 35 Balls or Less

With this innings, Abhishek became the first batter to score two T20 International centuries in 35 balls or fewer. His earlier 30-ball century against Afghanistan had already established his reputation as one of the most aggressive batters in the format. The Wellington performance further strengthened his position among the leading power-hitters in international T20 cricket.


Surpasses Virat Kohli’s T20 Century Record

Abhishek also moved ahead of Virat Kohli in the number of centuries scored in T20 cricket, according to the reported figures. He now has 11 centuries in T20 cricket, while Kohli has 10. The achievement highlights Abhishek’s remarkable scoring rate and his growing impact in the shortest format of the game.


Closes in on Rohit Sharma’s Record

Abhishek has now scored four centuries in T20 Internationals. He is just one short of Rohit Sharma and Glenn Maxwell, who have each scored five hundreds in the format. If Abhishek continues his current form, he will have a chance to match their record. His latest century in New Zealand has added another major milestone to his international career.


India Win the T20I Series

India capped the performance with a six-wicket victory in the third T20 International, securing the series against New Zealand. Abhishek’s 113-run knock was the standout performance of the match. His record-breaking century not only powered India’s chase but also made the Wellington game a memorable occasion for Indian cricket fans.