What was Abhishek's reward after the match? A standing ovation from a capacity Eden Gardens aside, praise from his mentor Yuvraj, albeit in a cheeky way.

Yuvraj Singh playfully lauded Abhishek Sharma for his scintillating knock against England, blending wit with praise, as the young opener's 79-run innings powered India to a commanding seven-wicket victory in the T20I series opener in Kolkata.

Former Indian cricketer Yuvraj Singh has come out in defense of Rohit Sharma, the current captain of the Indian cricket team. This comes after a string of dismal performances by the team, including two back-to-back Test series losses.

Abhishek Sharma scored a blistering fifty off 20 balls, the second-fastest by an Indian in T20Is against England. Coached by Yuvraj Singh, he led Indi

Abhihsek Sharma(Source: DIBYANGSHU SARKAR/AFP via Getty Images) looked in sensational form in India's seven-wicket win in their first T20I of the five-match series against England at the Eden Gardens in Kolkata.

Former India cricketer Yuvraj Singh who coached Abhishek Sharma praised his student after his 79 off 34 hard-hitting knock against England in Kolkata.