T20 WC Final: Abhishek’s Explosive 52 Powered by Shivam Dubey’s Lucky Bat
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As fireworks lit up Ahmedabad after India’s T20 World Cup 2026 final win over New Zealand, Abhishek Sharma stole the spotlight not just for his 21-ball 52 but for thanking Shivam Dubey profusely. The opener’s tournament-fastest fifty in 18 balls came courtesy of Dubey’s bat, a move that banished his form woes.
The buildup was tense: Sharma, fresh off a stellar 18-month streak, faltered badly – three successive zeros post his Zimbabwe fifty. Form concerns loomed large before the decider.
In victory laps with journalists, Sharma spilled the beans. ‘Dubey’s bat was my weapon today. Thanks a ton! Morning whim led me to it since Shubman wasn’t nearby,’ he shared joyfully.
On resilience, Sharma reflected, ‘A bad month followed my peak. But team support shone through – constant encouragement like ‘You’ll smash it.’ I repaid their trust without a hint of doubt in the setup.’
That power-packed start dismantled New Zealand early, paving victory’s path. Sharma’s candid credit to Dubey celebrates quirky rituals and deep camaraderie, marking a pivotal chapter in India’s cricketing saga.
