T20 WC: ‘If he takes off, India take off’- Shastri, Pietersen back Abhishek to dominate

Former India coach Ravi Shastri believes young batter Abhishek Sharma is key to India’s T20 World Cup success, stating, “If he takes off, India take off.” Ex-England star Kevin Pietersen also lauded Abhishek as a “proper star” and highlighted South Africa’s Dewald Brevis as another impactful player for the upcoming tournament.