AUS vs IND 2025: Matt Kuhnemann Praises Abhishek Sharma
Australian left-arm spinner Matt Kuhnemann praised Indian opener Abhishek Sharma for his impressive batting skills and aggressive style from the very start of his innings. Kuhnemann highlighted Sharma's recent outstanding performances, including winning the Player of the Tournament award at the Asia Cup and scoring 112 runs across three innings during the ongoing five-match T20I series in Australia.
This year, the talented southpaw boasts an average of 47 in T20 internationals for India, coupled with an exceptional strike rate of 200.85. Kuhnemann expressed hope that Australian fast bowlers could dismiss Sharma early with the new ball to avoid early damage during the powerplay.
“Well, hopefully Xavier Bartlett or one of the quicks, Benny Dwarshuis, can take his wicket in the first couple of overs. He is a serious talent and goes so hard from ball one. It is going to be a great spectacle on Thursday, but hopefully the boys can get him cheaply,” Kuhnemann told cricket.com.au.
Kuhnemann also observed that both India and Australia play a similarly aggressive style of cricket, which makes the upcoming matches exciting to watch.
Key Facts
- Abhishek Sharma was the Player of the Tournament at the Asia Cup.
- He scored 112 runs in three innings in the ongoing T20I series in Australia.
- His current T20I average stands at 47 with a strike rate of 200.85.
- Kuhnemann hopes Australian pace bowlers can dismiss him early to control the powerplay momentum.
- The match is expected to showcase aggressive cricket from both sides.
Summary: Matt Kuhnemann highlights Abhishek Sharma's impressive form and aggressive batting, expressing hope Australian pacers can dismiss him early to prevent early setbacks during the match.
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