Indian Opener Abhishek Sharma Hospitalized Ahead of T20 World Cup Match Against Namibia

New Delhi. Indian cricket team's opening batsman Abhishek Sharma has been admitted to the hospital due to a stomach infection. His participation in the team is uncertain after he fell ill before the T20 World Cup match against Namibia scheduled for Thursday in Delhi.

According to PTI, Abhishek has been receiving treatment at a private hospital in Delhi for the past two days. Sources within the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) indicated that various tests are being conducted to determine the nature of Abhishek's health issue.

It is still undecided whether he will be discharged from the hospital today or not, making his chances of taking the field against Namibia very slim. Previously, Abhishek, who was dismissed on the first ball in the first match against the USA, did not field in the second innings of that game.

Indian team's assistant coach Ryan ten Doeschate had informed that Abhishek has stomach problems and is recovering. If Abhishek is not fit for Thursday's match, India is likely to field Sanju Samson as an opener.

Samson was prioritized over Ishan Kishan after failing to perform well in the recent series against New Zealand. Coach ten Doeschate stated that Abhishek's fitness will determine the final balance of the team.

Another piece of good news for the Indian team is the return of main fast bowler Jasprit Bumrah. Bumrah, who missed the match against the USA due to illness, practiced at full intensity in Delhi on Tuesday and appears ready to play against Namibia.

Similarly, all-rounder Washington Sundar, who was injured during the match against New Zealand, has also returned to the team after recovering from his injury. He has started practicing both bowling and batting in the nets.