Abhishek Sharma vs off-spin: how his average went from 10.6 to 42

Abhishek Sharma's batting average against off-spinners has skyrocketed from 10.6 to an impressive 42 since the 2026 T20 World Cup. Initially cautious in his approach, Sharma has learned to adapt his technique based on the pitch's behavior. Against Roston Chase, Sharma waited for the second over to play with confidence and hit boundaries.

This newfound strategy paid off in the semi-final against England, where he was dismissive of Jacks and looked jittery in the process. Sharma's average and strike rate against off-spinners have climbed to 62 and 230, respectively, in the IPL. Sunrisers Hyderabad head coach Simon Helmot praised Sharma's ability to assess the situation and adapt his playing style according to the pitch's turn.

Sharma himself has acknowledged the importance of preparation and being aware of the opposition's tactics to exploit their weaknesses, emphasizing the need for tactical adjustments to maximize his strengths as a batsman.