Fastest half century for India in T20I history ft. Abhishek Sharma

Abhishek Sharma did it again. A blistering half-century in record time. India won the 3rd T20I of the ongoing 5-match series against New Zealand (IND vs NZ 3rd T20I) in style. This time, Sharma completed his half-century facing only 14 balls. But, as of now, he is yet to break Yuvraj Singh's all-time record, registering a half-century in 12 balls only. It is worth noting that the former India batting all-rounder, Yuvraj Singh, is the mentor and guide of Abhishek Sharma. Like the teacher, the student also is doing the same – toying with the opposition bowlers.

List of batters who recorded the fastest half centuries for India in T20Is:

5. Suryakumar Yadav (18 balls, India vs South Africa, Guwahati):

Oct 2, 2022, Suryakumar Yadav reminded everyone why he was recognised as one of the most prolific batters in the format across the globe. The middle-order batter took just 18 balls to complete the half-century on that night. With the help from his 22-ball, 61-run knock, India managed to score 237 runs, batting first, in the thriller. Yadav's strike rate of 277.27 was because of the five 6s and five 4s he hit.