India's batting coach Sitanshu Kotak backs under-pressure openers Abhishek Sharma and Tilak Varma ahead of their must-win T20 World Cup match against Zimbabwe. Kotak believes both players are close to

India face the Netherlands in their final World Cup league match, aiming for Abhishek Sharma to regain form ahead of the Super 8s. This fixture offers a valuable opportunity for acclimatisation to the Ahmedabad venue, where India will play their opening Super 8 fixture. Despite the one-sided look on paper, a large crowd is expected.

India's opening pair, Abhishek Sharma and Ishan Kishan, have struggled significantly in the T20 World Cup, averaging a dismal 6.8. Abhishek's poor form, marked by consecutive ducks, is a major concern, while the middle order also faces challenges against off-spin. Batting coach Sitanshu Kotak remains confident in their ability to bounce back.

“I never liked overthinking about one individual, as we are playing with two all-rounders and six batters,” said Sitanshu Kotak on Abhishek Sharma’s recent rut