How Abhishek Sharma Became No.1 T20I Batter ?

Childhood Passion and First Dedication

Cricket legend and former Indian all-rounder Irfan Pathan has shared some unheard and touching stories from Abhishek Sharma’s childhood, which showcase his unwavering dedication. These memories lay the foundation for his impressive growth in domestic cricket, the IPL, and now international cricket.

First ‘monthly salary’ at the age of 13

Pathan began his YouTube channel by sharing a special incident about how Abhishek earned his first cricketing income at the age of 13, and how he used it:

“A 13-year-old boy from Amritsar comes home with his first cricket earnings of ₹2,000. Imagine, anyone at that age would buy new shoes, a new bat, or party with friends. But this boy takes the money straight to his grandmother.”

Handing this small amount directly to his grandmother shows how down-to-earth and dedicated to his family Abhishek has been since childhood.

Grandmother’s Unwavering Faith and Prophecy

This dedication further strengthened his grandmother’s faith. Pathan continues:

“And he tells his grandmother to give him this money. Grandmother always told this boy’s father that your son will achieve great fame in the world. This boy was passionate about cricket since childhood. He was 4 years old when he got his first bat. And after that, he never let anyone live peacefully.”

Home Temple: Where Bats Reside

Abhishek’s love for cricket wasn’t limited to the field; it became a part of his daily routine at home.

“Mom, Dad, sister: he would tell everyone to bowl to him all day long. And he would party all day long. We had a small temple at home. And he would keep all his bats there.”

Interestingly, despite his international success, this habit persists, reflecting his humility and connection to his roots.

“In fact, even today, he has become the world’s number one T20 international batsman. But whenever he returns, he keeps all his bats in this temple. He puts it in. Some things never change,” Pathan added.

A year of tremendous change

Over the past year, this explosive left-handed batsman’s performances have made him one of the most important T20I players in the Indian cricket team.

• Excellent performance in the Asia Cup 2025: He consistently played match-winning innings while handling pressure in a major tournament, leading the team to several crucial victories.
• Explosive performance in the Australia series: With his aggressive and fearless batting style, he dominated the Australian bowlers, proving that he can score runs on any pitch.

His consistent performances and tremendous strike rate have led him to this position in the ICC rankings.

Number 1 Batsman: Making the Dream a Reality

Becoming the world’s No. 1 T20I batsman with 931 rating points is a testament to Abhishek Sharma’s talent, rigorous discipline, and passion for his game. What was once just a dream dreamed of in a small house in Amritsar has now become a reality and an inspiration for millions of cricket fans.

His journey teaches us that even after reaching the pinnacle of success, one should never forget one’s roots and the passion of those early days. Abhishek Sharma is a bright future star of Indian cricket, whose story will continue to inspire generations to come.