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Why Abhishek Sharma Retired Out in Warm Up Match: India scored 240 runs against South Africa in a warm-up match ahead of T20 World Cup 2026. Ishan Kishan scored a half-century, while Abhishek Sharma retired after scoring 24 runs.
India took on South Africa in their only warm-up match for the T20 World Cup 2026 on Wednesday (February 4). Ishan Kishan opened the innings with Abhishek Sharma. Sanju Samson was not given a chance to bat, raising questions over his participation in the tournament. Abhishek Sharma scored just 24 runs against South Africa before leaving the field. India won the toss and elected to bat first, scoring 240 for 5 and restricting the opposition to 210 runs.
Ishan Kishan opened for India along with Abhishek Sharma and gave the hosts a quick start. Kishan scored a brilliant half-century before retiring. Tilak Verma came in to bat at number three. Ishan opted to depart in 5.4 overs, and after a few overs Abhishek Sharma also left the field. Fans were left wondering why he took this step.
Ishan Kishan was retired during India vs South Africa T20 World Cup 2026 practice match. In practice matches, it is common for more players to practice batting or bowling and give other members of the team a chance.
Abhishek Sharma was not in good form during this practice match. It is very rare that the player opening the innings with him scores a half-century and Abhishek does not even score 25 runs. A similar situation was seen in the match against South Africa. Ishan scored a half century in 20 balls, while Abhishek managed just 24 runs in 18 balls. After hitting three fours and a six, he decided to walk off the field. Abhishek was unable to time the ball, so he thought it best to give the other batsmen a chance to practice.
What happened to Abhishek Sharma? No injury, no dismissal, why did they leave the field after scoring 24 runs?
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