West Indies batting great Brian Lara has taken a special interest in the rapid rise of young Indian star Abhishek Sharma, spending several hours mentoring him on red-ball technique and overall batting development.
Abhishek, who has already established himself as a T20I mainstay with 1,000+ runs, impressed during the Asia Cup and in India’s recent T20 campaigns. His consistency, power-hitting and improved temperament have made him one of India’s most promising all-format prospects.
Lara’s guidance is reportedly focused on:
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Building a solid defensive base for Test cricket
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Shot selection and patience at the crease
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Reading bowlers across long spells
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Mental discipline for five-day cricket
With the Indian team looking to groom the next generation for the longest format, Abhishek’s growth under Lara’s mentorship has sparked strong speculation that his Test debut may not be far away.
