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India took on Zimbabwe in the 2nd T20I in Harare, where Abhishek Sharma’s historic century propelled India to a 100-run victory over Zimbabwe. Abhishek’s magnificent knock of 100 runs off just 47 balls marked his maiden international century in only his 2nd T20I appearance, making him the fastest Indian to achieve this feat. Alongside him, Ruturaj Gaikwad contributed with a solid 77 not out, while Rinku Singh’s quickfire 48 not out further boosted India’s total to 234 for 2 after choosing to bat first.
In response, Zimbabwe struggled against the Indian bowling attack, with Avesh Khan claiming 3 wickets for 15 runs and Ravi Bishnoi taking 2 wickets for 11 runs. This strong bowling performance restricted Zimbabwe to 134 all out, securing a commanding win for India.
Abhishek Sharma, the Player of the Match, expressed his delight at the victory, attributing the success to the team’s ability to bounce back after a previous defeat. He emphasized the importance of momentum in T20 cricket, acknowledging the support from coaches and teammates for his outstanding performance.
Zimbabwe’s captain, Sikandar Raza, praised India’s performance and acknowledged the need for improvement in his team’s fielding and batting. Despite some resistance from Wessly Madhevere and Jongwe, Zimbabwe fell short in the chase, ultimately succumbing to India’s dominant display.
With Abhishek Sharma’s remarkable century and India’s clinical bowling, the 2nd T20I marked a turning point in the series, leveling it at 1-1. The match showcased India’s depth in batting and bowling, setting the stage for an exciting remainder of the series.
