There has been much dilemma on whether Abhishek Sharma should play for India against England in the upcoming semi-final clash. Indian bowling coach Morne Morkel has provided just the right update on the explosive left-handed batters' selection for the upcoming match.
India will take on England in the second semi-final of the ICC T20 World Cup 2026. This will be the third consecutive time in a T20 World Cup that India and England are clashing in a knockout contest and eyeing a spot in the finals.
England lost their only game against the West Indies during the group stage, while they remained undefeated in the Super 8 stage. However, India's only defeat came against South Africa in the Super 8.
"It's a fresh page for him tomorrow," Morkel's words hint at Abhishek Sharma's retention in the playing XI
Abhishek Sharma has been in terrible form in the World Cup for India. The no. 1-ranked T20I batter for India until this World Cup, Abhishek Sharma, has undergone a rough patch, and it has led to an intense debate on his place in the playing XI.
Sharma has been handed sufficient opportunities. Having played in 6 matches in the World Cup, he has three ducks and has amassed 80 runs, with 55 of those coming against Zimbabwe. With Sanju Samson's return to form and Ishan Kishan keeping up his fine touch, Abhishek is almost a burden in the Indian lineup.
However, Indian bowling coach Morne Morkel doesn't feel so, as he has backed the left-handed opener, citing the England game as an empty canvas for Abhishek to come in and do well, much as Samson did after a long patch of poor form.
"Sanju found himself in a similar situation, it's a good growth and learning for Abhishek. It's a fresh page for him tomorrow and an opportunity to go out there and do well," opined Morkel.
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