Abhishek Sharma ruled out of India vs Pakistan match? As for the update, Sanju Samson will be pitted against Shaheen Afridi

Abhishek Sharma ruled out of India vs Pakistan match? As for the update, Sanju Samson will take on Shaheen Afridi: The 2026 T20 World Cup has had a fantastic start. Defending champions India started their campaign with a win against USA at the Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai. The Men in Blue didn’t get the start they wanted, but they made sure they got the two points of the match. However, they have faced new problems ahead of their next match against Namibia.

Star opener Abhishek Sharma has been hospitalized due to a stomach infection and the flamboyant batsman did not train with the team yesterday, raising questions about whether he will feature in Thursday’s match against Namibia. The Southpaw did not take the field in the second innings against the USA, and he will also miss the upcoming match for the side.

Abhishek Sharma to miss the match against Pakistan?

Sharma’s performance in the match against Pakistan on February 15 would also depend on his fitness. On Sunday, during the team dinner with head coach Gautam Gambhir, he seemed unwell and left after a short time. Abhishek was later admitted to hospital on Monday. He also remained admitted on Tuesday. The team management is currently monitoring his condition.

🔥Big breakthrough🔥

💥 Shock for India, Abhishek Sharma admitted to hospital
💥 Abhishek doubtful to play against Namibia due to stomach infection
💥Samson may get a chance, return to Washington fit
💥Opener Abhishek Sharma has fallen ill and has been admitted to a private hospital in Delhi. pic.twitter.com/KeAaVF2GHN

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Team India fielding coach Ryan ten Doschate, who was present at the pre-match press conference, provided an update for Abhishek Sharma. He said, “Yes, Washi joined the team yesterday. He’s going to train today. Abhi still has some problems with his stomach.

“Booms is also going to bowl today. He hasn’t bowled for ten days, but he feels and moves a lot better. We’ll see how he goes in training today and tomorrow before he takes to the field on Thursday.”

Abhishek Sharma, the best batsman for India

The left-handed batsman was India’s best batsman before the T20 World Cup. He didn’t have the best start in the World Cup after running out on a golden duck in the first match. However, Abhishek has changed the template of playing the shortest format of the game for the Men in Blue. He has been the game-changer for the team.

If Abhishek Sharma misses the next game, which is possible, Sanju Samson will get the nod to open the innings. The latter is struggling with form and would like to capitalize on the opportunity when he opens the innings in the next match against Ishan Kishan. India would want Abhishek to be fit ahead of their blockbuster match against Pakistan.

India is struggling with injury problems

India have been hit by injuries, with Harshit Rana ruled out and replaced by Mohammed Siraj, who bowled brilliantly in the first game. The latter was given a chance after Jasprit Bumrah missed the first game due to illness. Bumrah trained with the team yesterday and looked fine; however, everyone will be judged on how the pacer bowls on Wednesday.

Washington Sundar, who suffered from a broken rib, is fit again and will join the team in Delhi. India will look to find their best form in the batting match against Namibia.

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