Watch: Wasim Akram Showers Praise on India's Rising Star Abhishek Sharma in Dubai

India's new batting star Abhishek Sharma has been terrorizing the cricketing fraternity with his bold strokeplay and brave shot-making. The left-hander's bold strategy as an opening batsman has been a revelation, and with two T20I centuries already in his kitty, he has become one of India's most promising young stars. A viral video in Dubai has been sweeping across social media, capturing the moment Wasim Akram meets Abhishek Sharma and showering praise on him for his sparkling ton against England.

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Men in Blue's emerging star was present for the thrilling Champions Trophy 2025 match between India and Pakistan in Dubai, where he met two Pakistani greats across the border – Wasim Akram and Shoaib Akhtar.

Wasim Akram with Abhishek Sharma
The retired fast-bowling legends didn't mince words in their appreciation of the young man, giving him credit for his century against England at Wankhede as phenomenal.

When Wasim Akram opens his mouth, the cricketing fraternity listens. And when the Sultan of Swing goes out of his way to personally acknowledge a young cricketer, it says something about the ability and potential the player has.