Abhishek Sharma transformed from a promising youngster into a headline act after his blistering knock in India’s six-wicket win over Pakistan in Dubai on September 20. Coming into the game under scrutiny for his sloppy fielding, the left-hander redeemed himself in style with a fearless 74 off just 39 balls, setting the tone in one of the most intense India-Pakistan encounters of the Asia Cup 2025.
Abhishek answers with bat and words
From the very first over, tensions ran high. Shaheen Afridi and Haris Rauf tried to rattle India’s openers with stares and words, but Abhishek didn’t flinch. Instead, he sent Shaheen’s first delivery soaring over the ropes and followed it up with sharp replies. Partnering with Shubman Gill, who added 47 off 28 balls, the duo powered India to 69/0 in the powerplay, effectively pushing Pakistan out of the contest.
Even as the exchanges grew heated, Abhishek’s batting only got more dominant. Every boundary appeared to be a statement to the Pakistani pacers. While Rauf eventually dismissed him, the damage was long done, with India’s chase reduced to a formality.
“You talk, we win” goes viral
After the match, Abhishek rubbed salt into the wounds with a caption that instantly went viral. Sharing pictures from the game, he wrote: “You talk, we win.” The statement summed up India’s attitude in Dubai — unfazed by sledging, determined to dominate.
https://twitter.com/OfficialAbhi04/status/1969856754549915928
Explaining his mindset, Abhishek said post-match, “The way they were coming out to us without any reason, I did not like it at all. That’s why I went after them. I wanted to deliver for the team.”
Pakistan, who once looked threatening at 91/1 in the first 10 overs, crumbled to 171 as India’s bowlers fought back. In reply, Abhishek and Gill’s opening stand ensured the Men in Blue cruised to victory with seven balls to spare.
