Abhishek Sharma Unfazed by T20 Struggles, Backs Plans

India opener Abhishek Sharma, facing challenges in the T20 World Cup, remains firm in his approach. Batting coach Sitanshu Kotak emphasizes not overanalyzing failures, defending Sharma's preparation and mindset. Kotak also praises Ishan Kishan's confident performance, warning rivals of his potential threat in upcoming matches.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Ahmedabad | Updated: 17-02-2026 20:19 IST | Created: 17-02-2026 20:19 IST
Abhishek Sharma Unfazed by T20 Struggles, Backs Plans
Abhishek Sharma
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Confronted with a few setbacks in the high-risk T20 World Cup, India's opener Abhishek Sharma remains steadfast in his strategy against meticulously prepared opponents, according to Batting Coach Sitanshu Kotak. Despite not scoring in his two innings, the young opener's clear plans remain unchanged.

Kotak cautions against overanalyzing after minor failures and reassures that Sharma is poised and understands the opposition's strengths. The coach underscores the importance of effective planning based on conditions and cautions against unnecessary pressure that could affect performance.

Kotak also highlights the prowess of Ishan Kishan, crediting his confident return to international cricket and cautioning that if not dismissed early, Kishan poses a formidable challenge to any team. As India prepares to face the Netherlands, the team maintains its competitive edge, recognizing the unpredictability of the tournament.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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