Indian opener Abhishek Sharma's father, Rajkumar Sharma, is glad that his son has got the opportunity to play for India. Rajkumar was approached by India Today before India face Pakistan in the high-voltage match on September 14. Rajukumar wished India to win the tournament. He thinks that the team is in good form and hopes to carry it forward. In the interview, he said, "India performed well in the first match of the Asia Cup. I want them to win the trophy. India is in good form; I think that they will win the Asia Cup." Speaking about Abhishek's performance, Rajkumar said that he wants his son to contribute to the team's win. Rajkumar stated, "India and Pakistan is one of the most anticipated matches in the world. I am glad that the BCCI gave Abhishek chances. I want him to perform his best. I want him to help India win the match against Pakistan and then win the Asia Cup." Read also: "Careful Sanju..." Former Ind batter warned Samson for his future position in team Abhishek Sharma blazes Asia Cup Abhishek Sharma made a blazing start to his Asia Cup 2025 campaign, showcasing his aggressive batting against the UAE. The left-hander struck three sixes and two boundaries, scoring 30 runs off just 16 balls. His remarkable performances earlier this year against England earned him a permanent spot in India’s T20I squad, making him virtually undroppable in the fiercely competitive team. In 18 T20I appearances so far, Abhishek has amassed 565 runs at an impressive strike rate of 193.49. Known for his exceptional ability to dominate spin bowling, he has consistently cleared boundaries in both international matches and the Indian Premier League. The Asia Cup 2025 marks his first major tournament, and Abhishek is eager to make a strong impression. With his current form, he aims to cement his place in the Indian squad for the T20 World Cup 2026, set to be hosted in India during February and March.