Mon Feb 03 02:59:28 UTC 2025: ## Abhishek Sharma Blasts Second T20I Century, Sets New Record for Earliest Ton
**Mumbai, India** – Abhishek Sharma smashed the second-fastest T20I century by an Indian player, reaching the milestone in a blistering 37 balls during the fifth and final T20I against England in Mumbai on Sunday. While he narrowly missed surpassing the record held jointly by Rohit Sharma and David Miller (35 balls), Sharma etched his name in the history books by achieving the earliest T20I century ever, reaching the landmark on the first ball of the 11th over, beating Quinton de Kock’s previous record.
After India lost Sanju Samson early, Sharma unleashed a brutal assault on the English pace attack, targeting Jofra Archer, Mark Wood, and particularly Jamie Overton, who bore the brunt of his onslaught. He reached his half-century in just 17 balls and continued his aggressive display, ultimately scoring 100 runs.
Sharma’s explosive innings contributed to India’s record-breaking Powerplay score of 95/1, the highest ever in a T20I for the team. His partner, Tilak Varma, also played aggressively, adding to the destructive partnership. This stunning performance showcased Sharma’s remarkable ability to score rapid centuries, having previously equalled the record for the fastest T20 century by an Indian in domestic play. The match showcased a dominant Indian performance, leaving England’s bowlers struggling to contain the aggressive batting display.
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