Breaking from the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 in Dubai: Former Pakistan bowler Ehsan Adil has been cleared by the Event Technical Committee to bolster the USA team. He steps in for Jasdeep Singh, ruled out after a warm-up injury to his right shoulder versus New Zealand on February 5.
Adil’s stats paint a picture of reliability. Since 2013 Pakistan caps—three Tests with five wickets, six ODIs with four—he’s dominated domestic circuits: 245 first-class wickets (avg. 22.86, 67 matches) and 98 List-A hauls.
Strict ICC rules required ETC sign-off, now secured. ‘Ehsan Adil approved as Jasdeep Singh’s replacement for USA,’ read the official communique.
USA seeks momentum post a gritty but losing battle against India on February 7. Holding India to 161/9 in 20 overs, they collapsed to 132/8 chasing, defeated by 29 runs. In Group A, they’re fifth behind India’s and Pakistan’s single victories.
Critical games ahead: Pakistan on the 10th, where Adil’s familiarity might spark magic; Netherlands on 13th; Namibia on 15th. This cross-border switch adds intrigue to USA’s underdog story, promising fireworks as the tournament progresses.