Born 4 September 2000 in Amritsar, Punjab, Abhishek Sharma emerged from a supportive Punjabi Hindu family. He’s the youngest of three siblings—Komal and Sania. His father, Raj Kumar Sharma, a former cricketer and selector, nurtured Abhishek’s talent from a young age. Raj Kumar trained him at home and and helped him launch his competitive journey. He attended Delhi Public School (RK Puram), forming a lifelong bond and opening partnership with Shubman Gill. Later, former India star Yuvraj Singh mentored him during the COVID-19 lockdown, refining his left-hand batting technique.
Abhishek merges calculated aggression with calm discipline. He stands about 5’7″ (170 cm) and combines explosive batting with effective slow left-arm spin—making him a valuable top-order all-rounder. Teammates highlight his focus, rigorous fitness routines, and strong work ethic. Off the field, he enjoys playing FIFA on PS3 and listening to music. He also spends time with family—keeping his mental health balanced.
Abhishek remains deeply connected to his family, especially his father Raj Kumar Sharma. He played a significant role in shaping his cricketing career from a young age. His sisters, Komal and Sania, have also been strong pillars of emotional support. Abhishek often shares heartfelt moments with his family on social media, whether it’s festive celebrations or quiet moments at home. Despite his rising fame, he continues to lead a modest lifestyle. He regularly visits his hometown in Amritsar and spending quality time with his loved ones. His close-knit family plays a key role in keeping him grounded amidst the highs and lows of professional cricket.
Early rise: Dominated U‑16 circuits, scoring a debut century in Vijay Merchant Trophy and accumulating ~1,200 runs at 109.09 avg.
U19 leadership: Captained India to U19 Asia Cup 2016 victory and participated in the U19 World Cup 2018; scored a crucial half-century in the quarter-final.
Senior debut: First-class debut for Punjab came on 6 Oct 2017 in Ranji Trophy .
Domestic T20 success: He played a key role in Punjab’s 2023–24 Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy win, scoring 485 runs (avg 48.5, SR 192.5) with two centuries and three fifties.
List-A record: On 28 Feb 2021, he hit the fastest century by an Indian in List A cricket—42-ball hundred vs Madhya Pradesh.
T20I debut: 6 Jul 2024 vs Zimbabwe—netted a century (100 off 47 balls) using Shubman Gill’s bat; earned Player of the Match.
Follow-up: Made 135 off 54 balls against England at Wankhede on 2 Feb 2025, setting the record for highest individual T20I score by an Indian.
Debut & Delhi DC: Signed by Delhi Daredevils in 2018 for ₹55 lakh; scored 46 off 19 on IPL debut against Tim Southee.
SRH rise: Joined Sunrisers Hyderabad in 2019 and linked up with Travis Head. In April 2024, Abhishek and Head put on a record 125‑run powerplay, with Abhishek making 46 off 12 balls.
IPL Records 2025:
Scored 141 off 55 balls vs Punjab Kings—highest individual IPL score by an Indian, SR 256.4, 10 sixes and 14 fours.
Registers four IPL fifties in under 20 balls, first Indian to achieve the feat.
2025 Auction & Earnings: SRH retained him for ₹14 crore; holds a BCCI Grade C contract with ₹1 crore yearly earnings. Estimated net worth ₹12–15 crore, with BMW 320d and multiple brand endorsements.
Abhishek stays injury-free, thanks to strong fitness and agility training. His dedication to pre-season prep underlies his explosive form. Reports note no major injuries so far. Mental resilience stands out: from debut duck to instant comeback, from domestic promise to T20I hero, he remains grounded and driven .
