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A fresh controversy has erupted in the build-up to the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup after former Pakistan pacer Mohammad Amir made a blunt assessment of Indian batter Abhishek Sharma’s batting style — a comment that has angered cricket fans across social media.
During a discussion about the upcoming India-Pakistan clash, Amir questioned Sharma’s technique and suggested the young left-hander relies mainly on aggressive hitting rather than proper shot-making. He reportedly described Sharma as more of a “slogger” than a technically sound batter.
Amir argued that Sharma’s success in T20 cricket comes from attacking intent rather than classical cricketing technique. According to him, bowlers with discipline and variation could trouble the Indian batter in high-pressure matches.
The statement quickly went viral online, especially because Sharma is currently among the most talked-about young players in T20 cricket.
Muhammad Amir on Abhishek Sharma:
"Honestly, he's just a slogger. His chances of failure are high. He’s not a technically sound batsman. It’s not difficult to tackle such a batsman if you bowl on the body line. He will also struggle against slow balls." pic.twitter.com/6lsABj8sdl
The remark did not go down well with supporters. Indian fans criticised Amir for undermining a rising talent, while some Pakistani users defended the former pacer’s right to analyse an opponent.
Many pointed out that modern T20 cricket rewards fearless batting and high strike rates — qualities that define Sharma’s game. Others argued that calling an attacking batter a slogger ignores how the shortest format has evolved.
Bhai vo jab aapke prime bowler sofa set Shaheen Afridi ko pelega tab sabki bolti band ho jayegi
— Neha chaudhary (@chaudhary_12575) February 13, 2026Abhishek slogger hai? Arre, woh toh tumhare Pakistani bowlers ko bhi 150+ ke sixes pe uda deta hai! Amir sahab, retirement ke baad bhi Indian openers pe focus? Cope level pro max!
— Barabati crease (@BabajiSutar3) February 13, 2026The controversy has added extra spice to the build-up for the India-Pakistan encounter, already one of the most watched fixtures in world cricket. Every pre-match comment between players and former cricketers tends to intensify the atmosphere around the contest.
With the tournament approaching, all eyes will now be on how Sharma performs — and whether he answers Amir’s criticism with the bat.
The debate also highlights the changing definition of batting technique in T20 cricket. Traditional stroke play is no longer the only benchmark for quality; adaptability, power-hitting and strike rotation have become equally important.
For now, the verbal duel has ensured that the upcoming clash will carry even more anticipation — not just between two teams, but between opinions about how modern cricket should be played.
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