Abhishek had fever before the match against USA, his health deteriorated as soon as he reached Delhi; Team India’s tension increased before India-Pak match

India Vs Namibia Match, Abhishek Sharma health update: India may face a big setback in the T20 World Cup 2026. Team India’s aggressive opener and current number-1 T20 batsman. Abhishek Sharma May be out of the match against Namibia. Due to severe stomach infection, high fever and rapid weight loss, he had to be admitted to Ganga Ram Hospital in Delhi.

Before the match against America at Mumbai’s Wankhede Stadium, Abhishek was looking in great form in the nets. It seemed that he T-20 World Cup He is ready to make a splash, but after the net session on 6th February, he ate something in Mumbai, which upset his stomach. On the day of the match, his health worsened, yet he decided to play.

Abhishek could play only 1 ball

However, Abhishek’s innings was limited to just one ball. He was not even seen in the dugout during the match and did not even come to shake hands with the US team after the victory. Later it was found that the infection had increased and he had high fever. After reaching Delhi with the team, his condition worsened.

Will Abhishek not play against Namibia?

After continuously playing in different cities (Nagpur, Raipur, Guwahati, Visakhapatnam, Thiruvananthapuram, Mumbai), the changing weather of Delhi also affected Abhishek’s health. His weight decreased significantly due to dehydration and fluid loss. The team management does not want to take any kind of risk. Therefore, he can be rested in the match against Namibia. In his absence, Sanju Samson can open with Ishan Kishan.

Abhishek has also called his personal trainer to Delhi to regain his fitness quickly. The decision on his return will be taken before the big match between India and Pakistan (15 February, Colombo).