1. Blazing Through IPL 2025
First, let’s recap his explosive IPL form this year. Abhishek Sharma has truly ignited Sunrisers Hyderabad’s batting line-up.
- On April 12, he smashed 141 off 55 balls versus Punjab Kings. That remains the highest score by an Indian in IPL history. His knock included 10 sixes and 14 fours. It powered SRH to a historic chase of 246—done with nine balls to spare en.wikipedia.org+3sports.ndtv.com+3indiatimes.com+3timesofindia.indiatimes.com+4deccanherald.com+4cricketmood.com+4reuters.com.
- Then, on May 20, he unleashed a 59 off just 20 balls against Lucknow Super Giants. It marked his fourth IPL fifty in under 20 deliveries—a first for any Indian batter timesofindia.indiatimes.com+3sports.ndtv.com+3timesofindia.indiatimes.com+3.
- Under coach Daniel Vettori, he consistently delivered impactful hits in big chases sports.ndtv.com.
Thus, Abhishek has become SRH’s go-to firework.
2. Record Scorecard Snapshot
Here’s a snapshot of his landmark 141* innings:
yamlCopyEditSRH vs PBKS – April 12, 2025 – Hyderābād
Overs: 20 | Target: 246/6 | Result: W by 8 wickets
BATTING
Abhishek Sharma – 141* (55b, 10×6, 14×4)
Travis Head – 66 (37b)
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This brilliant partnership of 171 runs in 12.2 overs with Head was the launchpad for that chase timesofindia.indiatimes.com+12reuters.com+12deccanherald.com+12.
3. On-Field Drama: The Rathi Spat
Next, not everything was smooth. On May 20, during the match vs LSG, tempers flared.
- A heated argument erupted between Sharma and spinner Digvesh Rathi after Abhishek was dismissed.
- A fiery retort—heated words—followed from Sharma timesofindia.indiatimes.comsports.ndtv.com+5malayalam.samayam.com+5timesofindia.indiatimes.com+5.
- BCCI VP Rajeev Shukla had to step in to calm tensions—and a ceasefire was called timesofindia.indiatimes.com.
- The incident even caught the attention of mainstream media in multiple languages .
This incident raised questions: Can aggression help, but can it hurt too?
4. Career Complete Hits
Let’s step back and see his full resume.
- Born in Amritsar in 2000, he rose through Punjab’s junior ranks cricketmood.com+6espncricinfo.com+6timesofindia.indiatimes.com+6timesofindia.indiatimes.com+3en.wikipedia.org+3indiatimes.com+3.
- IPL debut with Delhi Daredevils in 2018. Then moved to SRH in 2019.
- International success began in July 2024 (T20I debut vs Zimbabwe).
- In Feb 2025, he hit 135 off 54 balls vs England—India’s highest T20I individual score sports.ndtv.com+8en.wikipedia.org+8indiatimes.com+8.
Thus, domestically and internationally, he’s hitting records.
5. T20I Brilliance
His T20I numbers speak volumes:
- Matches: 17
- Runs: 535 at 33.4 avg, including 2 hundreds and 2 fifties
- Top score: 135 (vs England)
- Bowling: 6 wickets at 25.5 avg; best 2/3 en.wikipedia.org.
Hence, he’s now ranked among top T20I batters globally.
6. Milestones: 100 Sixes Club
In May 2025, he became the first SRH player to hit 100 IPL sixes .
That feat reflects both his natural ability and consistent impact over seasons.
7. Off the Field
Next, let’s peek behind the scenes.
- He earned an IPL contract of ₹14 crore, plus a BCCI Grade C salary worth ₹1 crore a year indiatimes.com.
- His estimated net worth stands at ₹12–15 crore. Brand deals and fast cars (like a BMW 320d) add value indiatimes.com.
- He says his father, Raj Kumar Sharma, was key in guiding him to take cricket seriously timesofindia.indiatimes.com+9hindustantimes.com+9indiatimes.com+9.
Thus, his financial life mirrors his cricket life—fast-moving and well-backed.
8. Latest Buzz: Kapil Show Appearance
Recent news? He appeared on The Great Indian Kapil Show (Season 3), along with Gautam Gambhir, Rishabh Pant, and Yuzvendra Chahal en.wikipedia.org+1timesofindia.indiatimes.com+1.
This mainstream exposure shows his rising off-field profile.
9. Style, Skills, Strengths
Abhishek is a classic left-handed power-hitter and handy spinner:
- Brutal at top of innings.
- Strong off-spin adds bowling depth.
- Quick between wickets and agile in the field.
He mixes flair with substance—a true all-rounder.
10. What Lies Ahead
Looking forward:
- Maintain IPL form and aim for 600+ runs in next editions.
- Cement place in India’s T20 side; chase ODIs next.
- Improve his bowling craft and fitness.
- Stay grounded off the field—even with fame and fame’s trappings.
Internal Links
- Record 141* innings
- Digvesh Rathi confrontation
- T20I stats & rankings
- Income & net worth
- Media appearance
🔚 Conclusion
Abhishek Sharma is no longer a newcomer. He’s become a forceful presence in IPL and T20I cricket. His bat speaks volumes, his actions make headlines, and his personality draws crowds. But with fame comes responsibility. If he continues to balance power hitting, discipline, and humility, his future shines bright. He could soon become a defining figure in a new generation of Indian cricket.
