Abhishek Sharma sets record as fastest Indian player to score 6000 runs in T20

The captain of the East Zone team, Ishan Kishan, made a splash in the final match of the Duleep Trophy with his explosive performance, which caused tension among the players of the opposing team. After scoring a massive innings of 270 runs in the first innings, his form did not wane, and in the second innings, he once again attracted the attention of the fans with his aggressive playing style.

During the match, young player Vaibhav Suryavanshi was unable to perform brightly in the second innings, getting out after 8 runs off 16 balls. Meanwhile, captain Ishan Kishan took responsibility, stabilized the course of the innings, and, playing in an attacking style, put the team in a very strong position.

Ishan Kishan managed to score 80 runs, using 9 fours and three sixes, in just 98 balls. However, he could not complete his potential century as MD Nidish caught Devdhadh Patdikala.

Previously, in the first innings, Ishan Kishan also demonstrated outstanding play. He faced 334 balls, scoring 270 runs with the help of 30 fours and seven high sixes. After crossing the 250-run mark under the intense heat in Chennai, he was forced to take a break due to physical fatigue, but his determination did not waver. He returned to the field and played a decisive role in the team reaching a total score of 708 runs.

Thanks to the milestones of Kumar Kushagra and the support of the lower-order batsmen, East Zone exhausted the players of South Zone for a long time. After such a huge score in the first innings, Ishan Kishan once again showed his ability to score a century in the second innings, proving that he is in excellent form and capable of changing the course of the match single-handedly.

The film 'Hanuman ANSH' is currently generating significant interest in cinema screenings. The director and screenwriter of the film, Dr. Vishal Chaturvedi, expressed a desire for Virat Kohli and Anushka Sharma to also watch this picture, especially after it was appreciated by Virender Sehwag.

The director noted that it would be a great joy for the entire crew if Virat and Anushka could see the film. It was particularly meaningful that Virender Sehwag watched 'Hanuman ANSH' with his child, without being part of the film crew, and shared his reaction on social media. For Chaturvedi, this moment was very emotional, as he has long been a big cricket fan of Sehwag.

Chaturvedi emphasized that Sehwag's approval was not just a celebrity review for him, but a kind of 'full circle life' moment. Now his focus is on Virat Kohli, and he hopes that Virat and Anushka can experience this spiritual story.

The film is also showing impressive box office results. Released on August 7, 2026, without a major marketing campaign or active promotion, 'Hanuman ANSH' achieved significant success through word-of-mouth. After four weeks in India, the film's total revenue reached 85.97 crore rupees. On the first day, the film earned 1 million rupees, and in the first week, it collected 1.08 crore rupees. In the second week, it earned 4 million rupees, but thanks to strong word-of-mouth, the income reached 10.40 crore rupees in the third week.

The film's story plans to go beyond the country. The creators announced that 'Hanuman ANSH' will be shown worldwide on September 11, 2026, allowing the international audience to get acquainted with the spiritual history of the Maharaj.

Furthermore, the director confirmed that the story of 'Hanuman ANSH' will continue, and a sequel will be released. The film is a spiritual drama inspired by the life and teachings of Nima Kauli Baba, whom fans affectionately call the Maharaj. Shobhanav Satya played the role of Nima Kauli Baba, and Vikhan Shedge portrays another stage of the Maharaj's life. The film also features actors such as Chandan Anand, Purmina Tiwari, Anil K. Rastogi, and Gulshan Pandey. This 2 hour 30 minute film, rated U, is considered successful due to people's deep faith in the Maharaj and great interest in his life. It remains to be seen what reaction the Sehwag couple, and subsequently Virat-Anushka, will have after watching 'Hanuman ANSH.'

Ahead of the T20 series against Afghanistan, opening batsman Abhishek Sharma demonstrated powerful play. In the first match of the Sher-e-Punjab T20 League, held on Sunday, August 30, Abhishek played for Amritsar Surmaaj and scored 77 runs off just 26 balls.

This match took place at the PCA IS Bindra stadium in Mohali. During his innings, Abhishek hit at a strike rate of 296.15, including 6 fours and 7 sixes. Thanks to this explosive performance, Amritsar Surmaaj managed to score 258 runs in 19.5 overs. However, the Amritsar Surmaaj team failed to defend the target of 259 runs, and Mohali Kings won by five wickets.

Abhishek Sharma adopted an aggressive approach from the start of the game. He reached a half-century in just 17 balls. His opening partners also performed well: Sahaj Dhawan scored 45 runs off 18 balls, and Naman Dir played quickly, scoring 47 runs off 22 balls, including one four and five sixes.

The situation changed due to Anmolpreet Singh. Although Amritsar Surmaaj had an advantage, the Mohali Kings batsmen reduced the target. Anmolpreet Singh delivered an explosive innings, scoring 133 runs off 51 balls, using 10 fours and 12 sixes. Captain Ramandeep Singh also provided excellent support, remaining unbeaten and scoring 69 runs off 40 balls. Together they added 151 runs off 70 balls for the fourth wicket. As a result, Mohali won the match, scoring 259 runs in 19.3 overs.

Abhishek Sharma also tried his hand as a bowler. He bowled the first over in pursuit of the score and dismissed Manpreet Johal on the fourth ball. Nevertheless, after this, his deliveries started yielding many runs. In 2.3 overs, he took one wicket while conceding 37 runs.

Abhishek Sharma's performance comes as India is set to play a three-match T20 series against Afghanistan in Delhi starting September 13. Thus, his domestic cricket performance is a strong signal for selection committees.

Now, the attention of fans will be focused on the match scheduled for September 1, where Amritsar Surmaaj will face Jalandhar Warriors. Jalandhar will be led by Prabsimar Singh. Additionally, Shubman Gill also plays for Phadhilka Falcons in the Sher-e-Punjab T20 League. His team will begin its tournament on August 31 against Jalandhar Warriors.