Cricket enthusiasts can breathe easier: India’s dashing opener Abhishek Sharma is out of the hospital after battling a stomach infection since Monday. Discharged Wednesday, his spot in Thursday’s T20 World Cup 2026 showdown with Namibia at Arun Jaitley Stadium awaits a final verdict on game day.
The opener missed crucial Tuesday training, a development assistant coach Ryan ten Doeschate publicly acknowledged. This health scare tested the team’s bench strength, but recovery signals green lights.
Teammate Tilak Varma fielded questions confidently. ‘Delhi arrival meant hospital visit for scans. He’s home now, stable. Extra day helps us judge his form precisely for selection,’ Tilak outlined.
Turning to Jasprit Bumrah, Tilak quashed doubts. ‘He’s 100% now, gaining momentum. Call is management’s, yet he’s on track for the second match,’ he projected.
The camp hums with anticipation for Pakistan on February 15 at R Premadasa Stadium. ‘Pure adrenaline—we knew Monday, dove into drills. Squad synced, match-ready, plotting moves ahead,’ Tilak captured the mood.
Such player updates highlight professional cricket’s high stakes, where fitness often tips the scales in global showdowns.