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Ehsan Adil Replaces Injured Jasdeep Singh in USA's T20 World Cup Squad

The ICC Event Technical Committee has approved Ehsan Adil as a replacement for the injured Jasdeep Singh in the USA squad for the T20 World Cup 2026. Singh was ruled out with a right shoulder injury sustained during a warm-up match against New Zealand. In related match action, India defeated the USA by 29 runs in their tournament opener. Suryakumar Yadav's unbeaten 84 and Mohammad Siraj's 3-29 were pivotal in India's victory.

Key Points: Ehsan Adil Approved for USA in T20 World Cup

  • Adil replaces injured Singh
  • Replacement requires committee approval
  • Singh hurt in warm-up vs New Zealand
  • Adil has played for Pakistan
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T20 WC: Adil approved as replacement for Singh in USA squad

ICC approves Ehsan Adil as injury replacement for Jasdeep Singh in USA's T20 World Cup 2026 squad following a warm-up game injury.

"The Event Technical Committee... approves Ehsan Adil as a replacement for Jasdeep Singh in the USA squad - ICC"

Dubai, Feb 9

The Event Technical Committee of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 on Monday approved Ehsan Adil as a replacement for Jasdeep Singh in the USA squad.

The replacement of a player requires the approval of the Event Technical Committee (ETC) before the player can be officially added to the squad.

"The Event Technical Committee of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 on approves Ehsan Adil as a replacement for Jasdeep Singh in the USA squad," ICC said in a statement.

Adil, who has played three Tests and six ODIs for Pakistan but has not yet turned out for the USA, was named as a replacement after Singh was ruled out with an injury to his right shoulder that was sustained during the warm-up game against New Zealand on 5 February.

India skipper Suryakumar Yadav led from the front as he scored a majestic 84 not out, and with Mohammad Siraj bagging 3-29 to lead a superb effort by the bowlers, India defeated USA by 29 runs and started their campaign on a winning note.

With India struggling at 77/6, Surya and Axar Patel raised a vital 41 runs for the seventh wicket partnership. The Indian skipper then put on display his 360-degree stroke-making abilities and power-hitting as he hammered two sixes and two fours in the final over to help India reach 161/9 in 20 overs. Mohammad Siraj claimed three wickets for 29 runs, and with Arshdeep Singh and Axar Patel bagging two wickets each, India strangled the USA innings and restricted them for 132/8 to win by 29 runs.

- IANS

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Sarah B
The article seems to mix two different things? First about the player replacement, then suddenly details of an India vs USA match. Was that match from this tournament or a different one? A bit confusing to read.
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Vikram M
Surya's innings was pure class! When India was 77/6, I had almost lost hope. But that's why he's the skipper. What a comeback win. As for the USA squad change, best of luck to Adil, but our boys are in form to take on anyone! 💪
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Ananya R
It's interesting to see players like Adil, who have international experience for other countries, now representing emerging teams like USA. It really shows how cricket is spreading. Hope he does well (but not against India, of course!).
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Michael C
The bowling attack won that game for India. Siraj, Arshdeep, Axar - all chipped in. USA put up a decent fight though. 132/8 while chasing 162 isn't a bad effort at all. They are a team to watch in the future.
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Priya S
Wishing Jasdeep Singh a speedy recovery! Shoulder injuries can be tricky. And a warm welcome to Ehsan Adil to the USA squad. The more competitive teams we have, the more exciting the World Cup will be for all of us fans.

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