Abhishek Sharma and Yuvraj Singh [Source: AFP]Abhishek Sharma produced one of those innings that created history in a quick blitz. The India opener had endured a relatively quiet period in international cricket in recent times, but his latest outing against Afghanistan brought back the explosiveness that has made him one of the country's most exciting T20 batters. His assault at the Arun Jaitley Stadium also produced a landmark that few batters have managed in the format. Unsurprisingly, one of the first people to celebrate the achievement was someone who has watched Abhishek's journey particularly closely, Indian cricketer Yuvraj Singh.Yuvraj Singh praises Abhishek Sharma with sarcastic 'Sir' digYuvraj Singh congratulated Abhishek Sharma in typically Yuvraj fashion after the young opener's extraordinary century against Afghanistan.Taking to social media, Yuvraj began his message with, “Many congratulations sir Abhishek on the fastest 100 in T20 cricket!”The use of “sir” was clearly affectionate banter between the two, but the rest of the message carried genuine pride in Abhishek's achievement. Yuvraj Singh pointed towards the hard work behind the innings and suggested that the century could be the beginning of many more milestones.He also recalled one of his own favourite cricketing philosophies, writing, “Once a great man said, ‘When people throw stones at you, turn them into milestones. Let the bat do the talking’, and that’s exactly what you’re doing.”Yuvraj Singh @YUVSTRONG12 Many congratulations sir Abhishek on the fastest 100 in T20 cricket! 💯 I had no doubt that with your talent and hard work, you would achieve this one day. This is just a start of many records to be broken 🔥 Once a great man said, “When people throw stones at you, turn them Sep 18, 2026, 5:36 PM Yuvraj finished by telling his former protégé to remain humble and continue following his process, showing that beneath the jokes remains the same mentor who has backed Abhishek throughout his development.Also Read- BCCI Issues 1st Statement On Ajit Agarkar As India Chief Selector After AGMAbhishek Sharma's 30-ball hammering brings him back into the spotlightThe timing of Abhishek's innings made it even more significant. After a comparatively modest run in international cricket this year, the left-hander needed a performance that reminded everyone why he has been India's first-choice T20I opener.Abhishek smashed 108 from only 34 balls against Afghanistan, reaching his century in just 30 deliveries. His innings contained nine fours and 11 sixes, turning the third T20I into a one-sided contest almost single-handedly.The knock came in a dead rubber, with India already leading the series, but Abhishek treated it anything but casually. His assault helped India post 221/7 after he departed with the score on 142/1. Afghanistan were subsequently bowled out for 94, giving India a 127-run victory and a 3-0 series sweep.More importantly for Abhishek, the innings brought him back into the centre of India's T20I conversation. He finished the series with 229 runs from just 85 balls.With the buzz around teenage sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi continuing to grow, Abhishek's timing could hardly have been better, especially after a wobbly run with the bat in recent time.Yuvraj Singh and Abhishek Sharma's relationship and bantersThe relationship between Yuvraj and Abhishek goes well beyond occasional social-media praise. Yuvraj has played a significant mentor role in the youngster's development, particularly during the COVID-19 period when he worked with young Punjab cricketers including Abhishek and Shubman Gill.That mentorship has never been particularly gentle. Yuvraj has spoken about demanding discipline from Abhishek, including making him mop gym floors after turning up late. He also pushed the youngster to maintain a strict routine away from cricket. On another occasion, he made Abhishek promise not to hit the first ball in the air.Yet behind those jokes is a relationship built around trust. Abhishek has often referred to Yuvraj as a major influence, while Yuvraj has continued to offer technical and mental guidance during difficult periods.Also Read- Travis Head Ton Takes Australia To Record Total Vs Zimbabwe
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