Pathan believes the world's No. 1 T20I batter is getting out to off-spinners due to his approach of trying to dominate too early rather than settling in. 'His bat comes down from a high angle, and he is not looking to hit straight. He is trying to play across the wicket,' Pathan explained.
However, Pathan warned against drastic changes to Sharma's technique, urging him to trust his natural game while making smarter decisions. 'First things first, get a single, get off the mark. Expect the spinner to come in, get to the other end, and target the fast bowlers,' he advised. Pathan also praised Ishan Kishan's current form while noting he'll be tested against South Africa.