He was the leading run-scorer in the recent U-19 World Cup with 506 runs (a tournament record) & hit 18 sixes (another record). With de Villiers as his hero, Brevis was eager to join RCB in the auction, but will be playing for Mumbai Indians. On Saturday, the 21-year-old Abhishek was the subject of an intense price battle among Sunrisers, Punjab Kings and Gujarat Titans. Abhishek, who was the captain of the India U-19 team which won the Asia Cup in 2018 and was impressive with his all-round performance at the 2018 U-19 World Cup. After former skipper David Warner was dropped last season, he got the opportunity to open the batting and also claimed two wickets in an over against Punjab Kings.

Source: Indian Express February 13, 2022 05:34 UTC