As Team India prepares for the T20 World Cup 2026 semifinals, Abhishek Sharma's performance has come under scrutiny. In six games, Abhishek has only amassed 80 runs, three ducks, and one half-century. The left-hander was dismissed for 10 from 11 balls in India's crucial Super 8 match against the West Indies, failing to leave a lasting impact. Manoj Tiwary, a former Indian cricket player, criticized Abhishek for failing to put a premium on his wicket and advised him to improve his shot selection and mentality.
Tiwary stated on Cricbuzz, "You will play loose shots like that when you don't put a price on your wicket."

"Abhishek has already become a star in a very short period of time, but he needs to win games for the club if he wants to become a superstar. He needs to be ahead of them because there is a lot of competition and match winners," he continued.It was a fantastic chance for him today. He also missed two catches. Tiwary continued, "He needs to develop the mentality that he must choose which balls to pursue and which not to."
Irfan Pathan, a former Indian all-rounder, voiced worries over Abhishek Sharma's batting performance. Technical changes are required, according to Pathan."It would have been better for him if there had been more weight on the front foot. On his YouTube channel, Pathan stated, "He will need to pay attention to that."
Abhishek is still the top batter in T20I cricket, and by a wide margin, despite his recent lackluster performance.