Indian opener Abhishek Sharma faces uncertainty ahead of the T20 World Cup match against Namibia after doctors admitted him to hospital with a stomach infection.

 

According to Indian media reports, Sharma had been unwell even before the recent match against the United States. Despite the illness, he took the field, but his condition worsened after the game. Doctors noted a high fever and immediately put him on intravenous drips to stabilize him.

 

Sharma skipped India’s practice session at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in New Delhi and later checked into a private hospital in the city. Medical staff are running multiple tests to identify the exact nature of the infection and decide the next course of treatment.

 

Sharma got out on the very first ball of the innings and did not return to the field during India’s defensive effort. Sanju Samson replaced him in the field, while Sharma also missed the post-match handshake ceremony.

 

India assistant coach Ryan ten Doeschate addressed the situation while speaking to reporters. “Abhishek has some stomach-related issues. We hope he will recover within two days,” he said. However, a BCCI official later told local media that Sharma’s availability for the Namibia game remains doubtful at this stage.

 

India received some positive updates on the fitness front. Washington Sundar has rejoined the squad, strengthening the team’s all-round options. Jasprit Bumrah has also resumed bowling after a 10-day break and feels sharper with each session.

 

According to media reports, Bumrah recently dealt with a brief fever but has now recovered fully.