Punjab captain Abhishek Sharma’s blazing knock came to an end at 50 off just 19 balls in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy Elite Group C clash against Baroda at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Hyderabad.

Sharma, who had earlier stormed to a 18-ball fifty, continued his aggressive approach before being dismissed by J M Sharma, caught by Raj Limbani. His innings included 5 fours and 4 sixes, striking at a remarkable 263.16.

Punjab were cruising at 98/2 in 7.3 overs at the time of his dismissal, with the run rate hovering above 13.

Anmolpreet Singh remains unbeaten on 28 off 12, keeping Punjab on track for a massive total.