Abhishek Sharma
Yuvraj, who was part of India’s 2007 T20 World Cup and 2011 ODI World Cup-winning teams, also backed Abhishek’s inclusion in the national ODI squad. “Whether he has scored 35, 100 or 31, 100, the point is that he has been performing consistently in white-ball cricket for a very long time. Yuvraj acknowledged the competition for places in the Indian team but said Abhishek would need an opportunity to show what he can do in the 50-over format. If you feel that Abhishek is performing brilliantly at the moment, then somewhere you have to make a place for him to play 50-over cricket until the World Cup. ”
Because there is so much competition for places in the squad, along with some big names, i understand that the situation is difficult right now.
He said the batter’s consistent performances in white-ball cricket should be considered when selectors assess his chances. But that will only happen if he gets an opportunity to play,” he said. Former India all-rounder Yuvraj Singh believes Abhishek Sharma has the qualities to become a leader and could captain the national team in the future. Abhishek is yet to captain an IPL side. Yuvraj, who has mentored Abhishek and shares a close bond with the left-handed batter, pointed to the way he encourages younger players as one of the signs of his leadership qualities. He also believes captaining an IPL team can help a player prepare for the India captaincy. “If you want to captain India one day, I think it’s important to captain your IPL side. That gives you the kind of confidence you need to lead India. I’m sure time will tell whether he is capable of doing it. If it’s in his destiny, I’m sure he’ll get the opportunity. What more he needs to do to get into the ODI squad, I don’t know. Maybe he needs to contribute more with his bowling and fielding. He also referred to Vaibhav Sooryavanshi’s performances as an example of a young player earning his place in the T20 squad. “There are always areas to improve, and I think unless you give a player a chance, where is he going to showcase his talent? But look at Sooryavanshi. He was brilliant and made his own place in the T20 squad.
He was named Sunrisers Hyderabad’s vice-captain earlier this year, while Ishan Kishan took charge during the first half of the tournament in the absence of Pat Cummins.