India vs Namibia Live Streaming, T20 WC 2026 Match

The ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 action continues with hosts India taking on Namibia in Match No. 18 of the tournament at the iconic Arun Jaitley Stadium in New Delhi on Thursday, February 12.

India head into this clash full of confidence after pulling off a thrilling win over the United States in their opening Group A fixture. Despite being reduced to 77/6 at one stage, captain Suryakumar Yadav’s match-winning knock ensured India began their campaign with two crucial points.

Namibia, on the other hand, had a tough start to their World Cup journey, suffering a comfortable defeat against the Netherlands. Led by Gerhard Erasmus, the African side will need a fearless performance to challenge India under lights in Delhi.

With India aiming to tighten their grip at the top of the table and Namibia desperate for their first win, this promises to be an intriguing contest.

India Team News

India have received a boost with Washington Sundar joining the squad, but injury concerns remain in the camp.

Jasprit Bumrah, who missed the opening match due to illness, has reportedly returned to full intensity in the nets and could be back for this fixture.

However, Abhishek Sharma remains a major doubt after being hospitalised due to a stomach infection. Tilak Varma confirmed that Abhishek has been discharged, but a final decision on his availability will be taken closer to match time.

India could also choose to rotate their playing XI, giving some reserves a chance ahead of bigger clashes.

Namibia Team News

Namibia’s young pacer Max Heingo struggled in the opener against the Netherlands, conceding 22 runs in just two overs.

The team management may consider bringing in the experienced Ben Shikongo to strengthen their bowling attack against India’s powerful batting lineup.

Namibia will need early wickets and disciplined bowling if they are to stay in the contest.

India vs Namibia: Probable Playing XIs

India Playing XI (Probable)

Sanju Samson, Ishan Kishan (wk), Suryakumar Yadav (c), Tilak Varma, Shivam Dube, Hardik Pandya, Rinku Singh, Axar Patel, Arshdeep Singh, Jasprit Bumrah, Varun Chakravarthy

Namibia Playing XI (Probable)

Louren Steenkamp, Jan Frylinck, Loftie-Eaton, Gerhard Erasmus (c), JJ Smit, Zane Green (wk), Ruben Trumpelmann, Dylan Leicher, Willem Myburgh, Bernard Scholtz, Max Heingo

India vs Namibia Head-to-Head Record (T20Is)

Total Matches: 1
India Won: 1
Namibia Won: 0
No Result: 0

India have dominated the only previous meeting, but Namibia will hope to create history in Delhi.

India vs Namibia Full Squads

India Squad

Ishan Kishan (wk), Abhishek Sharma, Tilak Varma, Suryakumar Yadav (c), Shivam Dube, Rinku Singh, Hardik Pandya, Axar Patel, Arshdeep Singh, Varun Chakravarthy, Mohammed Siraj, Jasprit Bumrah, Kuldeep Yadav, Sanju Samson, Washington Sundar

Namibia Squad

Louren Steenkamp, Jan Frylinck, Loftie-Eaton, Gerhard Erasmus (c), JJ Smit, Zane Green (wk), Ruben Trumpelmann, Dylan Leicher, Willem Myburgh, Bernard Scholtz, Max Heingo, Malan Kruger, Ben Shikongo, Jack Brassell, Jan Balt