Abhishek Sharma’s Century Lights Up SRH vs DC Clash in IPL 2026

Abhishek Sharma delivered a breathtaking performance for Sunrisers Hyderabad in IPL 2026, smashing an unbeaten 135 to guide his side to a commanding total of 242/2 against Delhi Capitals. The explosive opener’s knock came off just 47 balls and proved to be the backbone of a dominant 47-run victory that pushed SRH to third place on the points table.

A Father’s Presence in the Stands

Beyond the on-field brilliance, Abhishek revealed a heartwarming story about his father’s unwavering support throughout his cricketing journey. “Since under-12 days, my dad’s been sitting next to the screen always,” he said. He added that his father even guides him from the non-striker’s end during games. In a light-hearted moment, Abhishek made a special request to the IPL broadcaster, asking them to point a camera at his father to capture his reactions during matches — a comment that immediately made his father burst into laughter in the stands.

The ‘L’ Celebration and a Dedication to Family

After reaching his century, Abhishek performed his now-iconic ‘L’ celebration, which he described as an expression of love for the stadium and the fans who support the team throughout the tournament. He also delivered a touching dedication, directing the moment toward his sister, who missed the match due to an infection. “It’s always special to perform in front of parents and friends,” he said.

With strong contributions from Ishan Kishan, Travis Head, and Heinrich Klaasen alongside his masterclass, Abhishek ensured SRH put in a complete team performance on a memorable night.