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Australia Zero In on Abhishek Sharma Ahead of Fourth T20I in Queensland

Australia plans to use new-ball pace to remove the in-form opener in the powerplay.

Overview

  • Left-arm spinner Matt Kuhnemann labeled Abhishek Sharma “a serious talent” who can take the game away from ball one.
  • Kuhnemann said the plan is for Xavier Bartlett or Benny Dwarshuis to target Sharma’s wicket in the first couple of overs.
  • Sharma’s surge includes Asia Cup Player of the Tournament honors and 112 runs in three innings on this tour, highlighted by 68 in Melbourne.
  • Kuhnemann noted both teams are playing high-tempo cricket, stressing that taking wickets in the middle overs will be vital.
  • The series stands 1-1 after three games, with the fourth T20I on Thursday at Carrara Oval in Queensland, and Kuhnemann in contention to play.