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Abhishek Sharma Discharged, Match Day Call on India vs Namibia T20 WC Clash

Indian batter Abhishek Sharma has been discharged from the hospital after treatment for a stomach infection. Teammate Tilak Varma stated a final decision on Sharma's availability for the match against Namibia will be taken on the day of the game. Varma also confirmed that pace bowler Jasprit Bumrah is doing better, with his inclusion subject to team management's call. The Indian team is already excited and preparing for their upcoming high-profile match against Pakistan in Colombo.

Key Points: Abhishek Sharma Discharged, Fitness Call for T20 WC Match

  • Abhishek Sharma discharged from hospital
  • Decision on Namibia match participation pending
  • Jasprit Bumrah reportedly fine
  • Team excited for Pakistan clash
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T20 WC: Abhishek discharged from hospital, decision on his participation on match day, says Tilak

India's Abhishek Sharma discharged from hospital. Decision on his playing vs Namibia to be made on match day. Team preps for Pakistan clash.

"He is doing well. We have got one more day for the game. Hopefully, we will decide by tomorrow - Tilak Varma"

New Delhi, Feb 11

India batter Tilak Varma said teammate Abhishek Sharma has been discharged from the hospital after being admitted there on Monday due to a stomach infection and a decision on his playing the game against Namibia at the Arun Jaitley Stadium will be taken on match day.

IANS had previously reported on Wednesday that Abhishek had been in the hospital since Monday due to a stomach infection and missed the training session at the Arun Jaitley Stadium on Tuesday evening. Assistant coach Ryan ten Doeschate had confirmed in a press conference that Abhishek was down with a stomach bug.

"When we reached Delhi, he (Abhishek) went to the hospital for the examination. I think he was discharged today, and he is doing well. We have got one more day for the game. Hopefully, we will decide by tomorrow how he feels, and we will go with it," Tilak told reporters in a pre-match press conference on Thursday.

Tilak also said pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah is totally fine, and his playing Thursday's game is dependent on the team management's decision. "He (Bumrah) is absolutely fine now. He is doing better. As I said, we have got one more day. Hopefully, he will be back in the team. If he is doing better, the team will take a call. I think he will be back tomorrow for the second game."

Varma further said the side is excited and already prepared for the high-octane clash against Pakistan, to be played at R Premadasa Stadium in Colombo on February 15. "To be honest, we are very excited to play. We got to know that the match was going to take place the day before yesterday. We are ready to play.

"We are watching how all the other teams are doing. We are watching the bowlers as us batters, while the bowling group is also seeing other batters. The preparation is on, and we are well prepared. We got to know that the match was going to take place two days ago. All the players and team members are ready to play. Now, we are in the match zone, and the planning will start soon," he concluded.

- IANS

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Priyanka N
Stomach infections are no joke, they drain you completely. Hope the team management makes a sensible call. We need him fit and firing for the crucial games ahead, not just for Namibia.
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Aman W
Good to hear Bumrah is fine. That's a bigger relief! Our pace attack looks toothless without him. As for Abhishek, take your time, bhai. Sanju Samson or Rinku Singh can step up if needed.
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Sarah B
The transparency from the team is appreciated. In past tournaments, injury news was always so vague. This clear communication is better for fans. Wishing Abhishek a speedy recovery!
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Karthik V
Excited for the Pakistan clash! 🎉 That's the real match. Hope the team is managing the players' workload and stress properly. The whole country's hopes are on you guys. All the best!
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Varun X
With respect, I hope the "decision on match day" isn't just a last-minute, pressure-based call. The medical team should have a clear protocol. Player welfare should be non-negotiable, even in a World Cup.

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