Watch: Abhishek Sharma Smashes Massive Six vs Kyle Jamieson on IND vs NZ 5th T20I

India’s left-handed opening batter, Abhishek Sharma, has gone through a hot and cold form during the five-match T20I series at home against New Zealand, just a week before the T20 World Cup 2026, as India seeks to see the southpaw in his best form before their opening clash against the United States of America (USA).

The left-handed batter started in the same aggressive route from the very first over, but his flick shot against Kyle Jamieson for a massive 6 over long broke the internet. It was the last delivery of the second over as Jamison went for a foolish delivery on the off side, where the batter stayed rooted to the crease and brought the bottom hand into play before whipping it high and over long on what was a massive helicopter six.

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Abhishek started the game with another huge six. That time played it late and chipped it over extra cover with a pure trimming before ramping the fifth delivery of the opening over fine leg for a boundary, and continued the same by giving himself room and smacking the pacer.  

Abhishek Sharma smashes helicopter six to Kyle Jamieson 

India got a strong start with the bat from Abhishek’s end. But Sanju and Son continued to struggle in the T20 TI form as he has now scored only 166 runs in the last 16 innings since the start of 2 05, having been dismissed 13 times at an average of 12.76 and a strike rate of 126.71 against the pacers.

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During the IND vs NZ 5th T20I, India captain Suryakumar Yadav won the toss and opted to bat first, a tactical decision aimed at testing the batting unit and preparing the bowlers for dew-affected conditions expected in the second innings an aspect considered crucial as India fine-tune their plans ahead of the T20 World Cup 2026. The decision has once again sparked discussion around India’s opening combination, with the team management yet to decide whether Ishan Kishan will open the innings in the World Cup.

Ishan Kishan looked slightly scratchy at the start of his knock but soon found rhythm against the New Zealand pace attack, smashing Lockie Ferguson for a boundary and a six on consecutive deliveries in the fifth over of the powerplay, helping India maintain momentum early in the innings.

Brief Scores: India 54/2 (Abhishek Sharma 30; Lockie Ferguson 2/13) vs New Zealand.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What moment of Abhishek Sharma went viral in the IND vs NZ 5th T20I?

Abhishek Sharma’s helicopter-style six off Kyle Jamieson in the second over went viral and lit up social media.

2. When did Abhishek Sharma hit the massive six against Kyle Jamieson?

The shot came on the last ball of the second over, when Jamieson bowled full and wide and Abhishek whipped it over long-on.

3. How important is Abhishek Sharma’s form for India ahead of the T20 World Cup 2026?

With the T20 World Cup 2026 approaching, Abhishek’s performances are crucial as India look to finalize their opening combination.

4. Why did India choose to bat first in the 5th T20I against New Zealand?

India captain Suryakumar Yadav opted to bat first to test the batters and prepare the bowlers for dew-affected conditions in the second innings.

5. Could India consider changes to their opening pair for the World Cup?

Yes, depending on form, India may consider Ishan Kishan as an opening option alongside or instead of Abhishek Sharma for the World Cup.