Abhishek Sharma has become one of the most exciting young batters in the Indian Premier League. Known for his fearless batting at the top, he can change the game quickly with his aggressive stroke play.
Against Mumbai Indians (MI), Abhishek has had mixed performances. While he has played a few explosive innings, consistency has been a challenge in this matchup.
This article looks at Abhishek Sharma’s overall record against Mumbai Indians and his match-by-match performances in IPL.
Abhishek Sharma Overall T20 Record vs MI
Abhishek Sharma has played multiple innings against Mumbai Indians but has not yet found full consistency.
Overall Performance Overview
| Statistic | Value |
|---|---|
| Innings | 11 |
| Runs | 194 |
| Balls Faced | 133 |
| Batting Average | 19.4 |
| Strike Rate | 145.86 |
| Highest Score | 63 (23) |
| 50s | 1 |
| 100s | 0 |
Key Insights
- Abhishek has scored 194 runs in 11 innings against Mumbai Indians.
- His average of 19.4 shows inconsistency.
- A strike rate of 145.86 highlights his attacking style.
- He has scored one half-century in this matchup.
These numbers show that while he can be dangerous, he has not always converted starts into big scores.
Abhishek Sharma IPL Batting Innings vs MI
Below is a match-by-match breakdown of Abhishek Sharma’s performances against Mumbai Indians.
| Score | Opposition | Venue | Date | Strike Rate | 4s | 6s |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8 (8) | MI | Hyderabad | 23 Apr 2025 | 100.0 | 0 | 1 |
| 40 (28) | MI | Mumbai | 17 Apr 2025 | 142.8 | 7 | 0 |
| 11 (16) | MI | Mumbai | 06 May 2024 | 68.7 | 0 | 1 |
| 63 (23) | MI | Hyderabad | 27 Mar 2024 | 273.9 | 3 | 7 |
| 1 (2) | MI | Hyderabad | 18 Apr 2023 | 50.0 | 0 | 0 |
| 9 (10) | MI | Mumbai | 17 May 2022 | 90.0 | 1 | 0 |
| 33 (16) | MI | Abu Dhabi | 08 Oct 2021 | 206.2 | 4 | 1 |
| 2 (4) | MI | Chennai | 17 Apr 2021 | 50.0 | 0 | 0 |
| 10 (13) | MI | Sharjah | 04 Oct 2020 | 76.9 | 0 | 0 |
| 2 (3) | MI | Mumbai | 02 May 2019 | 66.6 | 0 | 0 |
| 15* (10) | MI | Delhi | 20 May 2018 | 150.0 | 0 | 1 |
Best Performance vs MI
Abhishek Sharma’s best innings against Mumbai Indians came in Hyderabad in 2024, where he scored a blazing 63 runs from 23 balls.
Highlights of that innings:
- 3 fours and 7 sixes
- Strike rate of 273.9
- Dominated bowlers with aggressive hitting
This innings showed his ability to take the game away quickly.
Other Notable Innings vs MI
40 (28) – Mumbai, 2025
A solid innings of 40 runs, where he played attacking shots and kept the momentum going.
33 (16) – Abu Dhabi, 2021
A quick cameo with a strike rate above 200, showing his finishing ability.
15* (10) – Delhi, 2018
A short but effective unbeaten knock that added useful runs.
Performance Trend vs MI
Abhishek Sharma’s performances against Mumbai Indians show a mix of explosive knocks and low scores.
Season-wise Contribution
| Year | Runs | Notable Performance |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 48 | 40 (28) |
| 2024 | 74 | 63 (23) |
| 2023 | 1 | 1 (2) |
| 2022 | 9 | 9 (10) |
| 2021 | 35 | 33 (16) |
| 2020 | 10 | 10 (13) |
| 2019 | 2 | 2 (3) |
| 2018 | 15 | 15* (10) |
Key Observation
Has played a few explosive innings
Struggles with consistency across seasons
Recent form shows improvement
Why Abhishek Sharma is Dangerous Against MI
Abhishek Sharma’s batting style suits T20 cricket.
Key Strengths
Aggressive intent
He attacks bowlers from the start.
Power hitting
Capable of hitting big sixes consistently.
Momentum changer
Can shift the match quickly with fast scoring.
Overall Record Overview vs MI
| Category | Record |
|---|---|
| Matches / Innings | 11 |
| Runs | 194 |
| Highest Score | 63 |
| Batting Average | 19.4 |
| Strike Rate | 145.86 |
Conclusion
Abhishek Sharma has shown flashes of brilliance against Mumbai Indians in the IPL. With 194 runs in 11 innings, he has delivered a few impactful performances, including a powerful half-century.
However, consistency remains a key area for improvement. If he can convert his starts into bigger innings, he can become a major threat to MI in future matches.
