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T20 World Cup: India's Abhishek Sharma could miss Namibia game
11 Feb 2026

India's T20I opener Abhishek Sharma has been admitted to a private hospital in Delhi with a stomach infection.

The news comes from a Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) source who spoke with PTI.

The player has been hospitalized for the last two days and is undergoing tests to determine the exact nature of his ailment.

His discharge today remains uncertain, casting doubt on his participation in the upcoming ICC T20 World Cup match against Namibia.

Abhishek's health deteriorated before the USA match
Health update

Abhishek's health had deteriorated even before India's opening match against the USA on Sunday.

He was dismissed for a duck and didn't return for the second innings.

His condition reportedly worsened during the match at Wankhede Stadium, where he had a high fever and was given drips for immediate relief.

Despite being unwell, he traveled with the team to Delhi, but his condition has reportedly worsened in the last 24 hours.

Sanju Samson could be called back
Team strategy

If Abhishek is unable to recover in time for the Namibia match, India could opt for Sanju Samson as his replacement.

Samson was replaced by Ishan Kishan at the top after faring poorly against New Zealand last month.

India's assistant coach Ryan ten Doeschate confirmed that they are waiting on Abhishek's fitness more than anything else, which would open up different combinations for the team.

Bumrah and Sundar return to India fold
Player updates

Meanwhile, premier pacer Jasprit Bumrah is likely to play against Namibia after missing the opener against the USA due to illness.

He was seen training with full intensity in Delhi on Tuesday.

All-rounder Washington Sundar has also rejoined the squad after recovering from a side tear suffered during the New Zealand series.

He participated in net practice on Tuesday, bowling, and batting under throwdowns toward the end of his session.