T20 World Cup 2026: Abhishek Sharma's absence explained!

In Match No. 18 of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026, India is batting first against Namibia at the Arun Jaitley Stadium. Abhishek Sharma is out with a stomach infection, but captain Suryakumar Yadav is confident as Sanju Samson steps in to open. Namibia won the toss and chose to bowl first, hoping for a dew advantage later. Let's see how this unfolds!

Quick rundown

1.Abhishek Sharma misses the India vs Namibia clash due to a stomach infection, opening the door for Sanju Samson.

2.Jasprit Bumrah returns to India's playing XI, sidelining Siraj.

3.Namibia opt to bowl first, eyeing dew-free second half at Kotla.

4.Sanju Samson and Ishan Kishan will open for India.

5.Dew, Delhi and a big tournament vibe promise a spicy Group A face-off.

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