Indian cricketer Abhishek Sharma, currently ranked as the number 1 T20 batter, is facing a significant slump in form, having been dismissed for a duck in three consecutive matches at the T20 World Cup. His most recent duck occurred on February 18 against the Netherlands, where he failed to score despite high expectations due to his aggressive playing style. This marked his third consecutive zero score in the tournament, following another disappointing performance against Pakistan just three days prior, where he managed only 4 balls before being caught out.

Abhishek had missed a crucial match against Namibia due to a stomach infection, which raised questions about his fitness and ability to perform at such an important event. In his absence, Sanju Samson opened the batting alongside Ishan Kishan, showcasing the competitive nature of the Indian squad. During the match against the USA, although he played, he faced a golden duck, contributing to his grim record this World Cup.

With this disappointing series of performances, Abhishek Sharma has now entered the record books for being one of the openers to be dismissed for a duck multiple times within a calendar year in T20I matches. His inability to find form during such a significant tournament could potentially affect his career trajectory and the team's performance in future matches, as fans and selectors will now scrutinize his place in the squad more closely.