India opener Abhishek Sharma should not be burdened by expectations at the T20 World Cup despite yet to open his account in the tournament, with the team management backing his approach and clarity of thought.The defending champions have won all three of their Group A matches and will take on the Netherlands in Ahmedabad on Wednesday in their final league fixture, having already secured a place in the Super Eights.
However, Abhishek’s lean run has drawn attention.“We don’t unnecessary over-analyse,” India batting coach Sitanshu Kotak told reporters.“Because sometimes you start to make your own assumptions what the opposition are doing.“He has his plans sorted and follows the way he wants to play.“Obviously we discuss about the oppositions and their bowling strengths. It is all normal for every batter.”The 25-year-old missed the Namibia game due to a stomach infection. On either side of that, he was dismissed for ducks — first ball against USA and fourth ball versus Pakistan — facing just five deliveries so far.“He has made runs before he was unwell,” said Kotak.“The T20 format is a high-risk game and players will get out at some point. If we start stressing on such things then there will be pressure on players.“He is in good form, he has got a clear plan and clear mindset.”Kotak added that there would be no complicity against the Netherlands.“Every game is important for momentum,” he said.“We played the last game with the same intent and will play the next game with the same intent.”
