**Who Has Scored the Fastest Fifty in India-Pakistan T20Is?**
*By Gaurav Tripathi | Sep 22, 2025, 09:51 PM*
In a spectacular display of batting prowess, Abhishek Sharma registered the fastest half-century for India against Pakistan in T20 Internationals. The left-handed batsman achieved this feat in just 24 balls during the ongoing Asia Cup 2025 Super 4s match held at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium.
This remarkable innings catapulted Abhishek Sharma up the ranks of the quickest fifties in India-Pakistan T20I encounters. Let’s take a look at the leading batters who have recorded the fastest fifties in this high-octane rivalry.
### #3 Yuvraj Singh – 29 balls
Abhishek’s blazing 24-ball fifty helped him surpass Yuvraj Singh, who previously held the second spot with a 29-ball half-century. Yuvraj’s innings came during the 2012 match in Ahmedabad, where he batted at number four and scored 72 runs off just 36 balls. His knock was studded with four boundaries and seven sixes, guiding India to a total of 192/5. India eventually secured an 11-run victory in that thrilling contest.
### #2 Abhishek Sharma – 24 balls
Abhishek Sharma’s electrifying innings is now ranked second on this elite list. Chasing a target of 172 runs, India got off to a flying start with Abhishek dominating alongside Shubman Gill in an explosive opening partnership of 105 runs in just 9.5 overs. Abhishek’s powerful display included six fours and five sixes before he was dismissed for 74 off 39 balls. His heroics were instrumental in India sealing victory in the 19th over.
### #1 Mohammad Hafeez – 23 balls
Topping the list is former Pakistan all-rounder Mohammad Hafeez, who holds the record for the fastest fifty in India-Pakistan T20Is, reaching the milestone in only 23 balls. Hafeez’s innings also came in the memorable 2012 Ahmedabad match, where he batted at number four while chasing a massive target of 193 runs. When he walked to the crease, Pakistan was 84/2.
Hafeez blasted runs with ease, scoring 55 off 26 balls, including six fours and three sixes. Despite his valiant effort, Pakistan fell short, finishing at 181/7. Nevertheless, Hafeez’s knock remains the fastest fifty in this iconic cricketing rivalry.
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Abhishek Sharma’s record-breaking innings in the Asia Cup 2025 adds a thrilling new chapter to the historical India-Pakistan T20I clashes. Fans eagerly await more such explosive performances in the matches to come.
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