Abhishek Sharma has quickly become one of India’s most exciting young batting all-rounders in T20I cricket. Known for his fearless strokeplay at the top, the left-hander has already shown flashes of brilliance against strong teams. One such challenge has been South Africa, a side with world-class pacers and experienced spinners.
Based on the latest available performances, Abhishek has played 4 innings against the Proteas, producing a mix of struggles and explosive knocks. His standout innings came during India’s tour of South Africa, where he smashed a 50 off just 25 balls, announcing himself as a serious T20I prospect.
This article covers his full stats, match-by-match performance, strike rate numbers, and the overall impact he has had against South Africa in T20Is.
Abhishek Sharma vs South Africa – T20I Overall Stats
| Matches | Innings | Runs | Highest Score | Average | Strike Rate | 50s | 4s/6s |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | 4 | 97 | 50 | 24.25 | 173.21 | 1 | — |
Match-by-Match Performance vs South Africa (T20Is)
| Match No. | Ground | Date | Runs | Balls | Strike Rate | Batting Position | How Dismissed |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kingsmead | 08 Nov 2024 | 7 | 8 | 87.50 | 2 | c Markram b Coetzee |
| 2 | St George’s Park | 10 Nov 2024 | 4 | 5 | 80.00 | 2 | c M Jansen b Coetzee |
| 3 | SuperSport Park | 13 Nov 2024 | 50 | 25 | 200.00 | 2 | st Klaasen b Maharaj |
| 4 | Wanderers Stadium | 15 Nov 2024 | 36 | 18 | 200.00 | 2 | c Klaasen b Sipamla |
Read more: Tilak Varma Stats vs South Africa in T20I
Performance Highlights
1. Explosive Cameos at High Strike Rates
Despite a low start in the first two matches, Abhishek bounced back strongly with two back-to-back blistering knocks:
- 50 off 25 balls (S/R 200)
- 36 off 18 balls (S/R 200)
This shows his ability to accelerate quickly and dominate both pace and spin.
2. Strong Strike Rate Across the Series
His overall strike rate of 173.21 is exceptional, proving that Abhishek is naturally suited for aggressive T20 batting. Even in low-scoring innings, he maintained a positive intent.
3. Biggest Challenge: South Africa’s Seam Movement
Both his dismissals by Gerald Coetzee came while trying to attack early. South Africa’s strong pace attack tested him, but once he settled (as seen in the 3rd and 4th matches), Abhishek dominated.
What Makes Abhishek Sharma Dangerous Against South Africa?
✔ Fearless intent in the powerplay
He consistently bats at No. 2 and likes to take on new-ball bowlers.
✔ Ability to punish spin
His fifty came by attacking Keshav Maharaj and using footwork effectively.
✔ Quick gear change
He starts with calculated shots but accelerates rapidly between overs 5–10.
Read more: India vs South Africa Head-to-Head Records
Abhishek Sharma vs South Africa – Summary Insight
Abhishek’s short T20I journey against South Africa shows:
- Initial struggle → Strong comeback
- High strike rate → Finisher-like batting mindset
- Ability to adapt → Mature shot selection
His two impactful knocks have made him a player to watch out for in future IND vs SA T20 clashes.
