Abhishek Sharma Reveals ‘Bat Request’ to Shubman Gill After T20 World Cup 2026 Ducks

Abhishek Sharma revealed he asked Shubman Gill for his bat after three ducks in the T20 World Cup 2026.

Star Indian batter Abhishek Sharma opened up about a challenging phase during the T20 World Cup 2026, where he began his campaign with three consecutive ducks. Struggling to find rhythm, Abhishek turned to his childhood friend Shubman Gill for a rather unusual request, his bat.

Reflecting on that moment, Abhishek admitted that he reached out in desperation, hoping for a change in fortune. “Maine hi message kiya tha isko 3 duck ke baad ke mujhe bat de de, isse pehle koi aur record bann jae” (I told him to give me his bat before I ended up with an unwanted record), Abhishek said with a laugh.

Gill Responds With Confidence and Humor

When Gill was asked whether he had offered any advice to Abhishek before the tournament, his response was both humorous and confident. “No.1 T20I batter in the world ko kaun advice dega?” (Who’s going to advise the world’s No. 1 T20I batter?), Gill remarked, brushing aside the idea.

Despite the light-hearted banter, Gill did offer encouragement during Abhishek’s tough phase. Recalling his friend’s support, Abhishek shared, “Usne bola tha, tu kar lega” (You’ll manage it.), highlighting the belief Gill had in him.

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Friendship Beyond the Field

The camaraderie between the two players extends well beyond the cricket field. When asked whose bat he prefers the most, Abhishek responded instantly, “Shubman ka hi,” showing his admiration for Gill’s equipment and style.

Gill, in turn, revealed an interesting detail about their bond, saying, “Woh mere bat se hi khelta hai hamesha (He plays with my bat all the time anyway).” The exchange reflects a strong friendship, where mutual trust and support play a key role, even during the toughest phases of international cricket.