Will Abhishek Sharma play IND vs PAK T20 World Cup match? Varun Chakaravarthy breaks silence
Sanju Samson was given a lucky break as he made his T20 World Cup 2026 debut in the India vs Namibia game. His inclusion came as India lost Abhishek Sharma for the match due to a stomach infection. Samson, being another attacking opener, slotted right back in. However, whether Sanju Samson continues with the team depends solely on Abhishek’s health, which thankfully looks much better now. Star spinner Varun Chakaravarthy was quizzed about Abhishek’s health after India thrashed Namibia by 93 runs, their biggest T20 World Cup win (by runs remaining). Chakaravarthy shared a positive response, stating that Abhishek could very well play against Pakistan. India travel to Colombo to lock horns with Pakistan on February 15. “I think he will play the next match. As far as I have spoken to him, he looks good. He did some practice today also. He told me he is on the way ,” Chakaravarthy said while speaking to reporters on Thursday night. Abhishek was present at the Arun Jaitley Stadium during ...