Another Golden Duck for Firebrand Abhishek Sharma in High-Pressure Clash

Big Stage, High Stakes

India faced Pakistan in a blockbuster ICC T20 World Cup 2026 Group A match at Colombo’s R. Premadasa Stadium on 15 February. India vs Pakistan with massive pressure and viewership.

Abhishek Returns to XI

India confirmed Abhishek Sharma was fit and back in the playing XI after illness concerns, boosting India’s top-order hopes.

First Ball Drama

Pakistan captain Salman Ali Agha opened the bowling and struck early, removing Sharma cheaply in the opening over.

Second Consecutive Duck

Abhishek Sharma was dismissed for a duck again, this time after facing four balls—his second straight duck in the World Cup.

Unwanted Record

In his first two World Cup matches, Sharma has yet to score a run. That means two ducks from his first two outings.

Past Struggles Too

Reports say Sharma has been out for ducks in 4 of his last 6 T20 innings, including three golden ducks in that stretch.

What Is a Golden Duck?

A golden duck is when a batter is dismissed on the very first ball they face. It’s seen as a hard blow in T20 cricket.

Fans & Social Buzz

Social media lit up with reactions as fans reacted to his low scores, calling it out of syllabus in such a huge match.

Context in the Game

While Sharma struggled early, teammates like Ishan Kishan provided a positive counterattack in the same game.

Bigger Picture

Despite the rough start, Sharma remains one of India’s key power hitters. T20 cricket rewards bold intent, and one innings can turn the narrative.