Asian Games: Abhishek Sharma Dismissed For 7 Runs Off 3 Balls, Team India Suffer Early Blow Against Sri Lanka
Abhishek Sharma endured another early dismissal as India faced Sri Lanka in the second semi-final of the Asian Games 2026 men’s cricket competition at Korogi Sports Park in Nisshin, Japan. The explosive left-hander was dismissed for just 7 runs off three deliveries, failing to provide India with the quick start they would have wanted after Sri Lanka won the toss and elected to bowl first. India…
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's brief cricketing career took a notable turn during the second semi-final of the Asian Games 2026, held in Nisshin, Japan. The 15-year-old batsman made a brisk start against Sri Lanka, smashing the ball for 38 runs off just 21 balls. His innings, characterized by aggressive strokeplay, provided India with a strong opening to their total.
However, his time at the crease was brief, ending after just 21 deliveries. Despite his impressive knock, Sooryavanshi departed the field for 38 runs. His inclusion in the Indian squad was part of a larger lineup featuring established players like Shreyas Iyer, Jasprit Bumrah, Ishan Kishan, and Abhishek Sharma. India qualified for the semi-final following the abandonment of their quarter-final against Afghanistan due to rain.
Sri Lanka, the defending champions, secured their place via their superior ICC T20I ranking. The victorious team of the India-Sri Lanka clash will face Pakistan in the gold-medal match, following Pakistan's six-wicket victory over Bangladesh in the first semi-final.
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