India, Feb. 27 -- Team India opener Abhishek Sharma rediscovered his touch with a scintillating half-century against Zimbabwe in a crucial Super 8 encounter in T20 World Cup. After enduring three consecutive ducks and a laboured 15, the spotlight was firmly on him heading into this must-win clash. Rising to the occasion at Chepauk, the left-hander showed composure and intent, playing with the freedom that had been missing in his earlier outings. Abhishek struck 55 off just 30 deliveries, peppering the boundary with four sixes and four fours. His fluent strokeplay at the top laid a strong platform and set the tone for India's imposing total of 256/4, easing pressure on himself and giving the innings early momentum.

He brought up his half-...