Mark Chapman Praises Abhishek Sharma’s Six-Hitting Ability

New Zealand batsman Mark Chapman praised Indian T20 batter Abhishek Sharma for his powerful hitting and clear planning. The six-hitting ability of Abhishek comes from his thorough preparation and his ability to make correct decisions according to him.

Chapman Highlights Abhishek Sharma’s Batting Approach

  • Chapman described India’s batting as strong and difficult to control. He said Abhishek Sharma’s six-hitting stands out among Indian batters. According to Chapman, Abhishek plans his shots well and executes them with confidence. He said that players who score frequently while playing well become extremely difficult to control.
  • New Zealand will develop its capabilities through training while studying its current performance deficiencies according to Chapman.

Preparation Against Top T20 Teams

Chapman said teams must focus on scoring big totals, especially on good batting pitches. He explained that Indian pitches provide the opportunity to spin so players need to prepare for multiple pitch conditions. He explained that facing India who rank among the top T20 teams worldwide provides New Zealand with valuable experience which will help them prepare for the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026.

Early Wickets and Indian Bowling Pressure

Chapman discussed the batting difficulties that New Zealand faced during their match. He said the team lost two early wickets in the powerplay. He credited the Indian bowlers for their disciplined bowling. The bowlers successfully prevented runs while blocking pathways to boundary scoring according to him.

India’s Dominant Win in the Third T20

  • India won the toss and selected to field first in the third T20 match which took place at Guwahati. New Zealand scored 153 runs for 9 wickets in their 20 overs. India chased the target successfully within 10 overs while losing only two wickets. India defeated their opponent by 8 wickets in the match.
  • Abhishek Sharma played a key role in the victory. He scored 68 runs without getting out after facing 20 balls