Indias T20 World Cup 2026 preparations have been disrupted by mounting injury concerns, prompting the team to cancel a scheduled practice session in Delhi ahead of their next fixture against Namibia. The decision, taken on 9 February, reflects a cautious approach by the management as they seek to preserve player fitness during a demanding tournament schedule.
The Men in Blue began their campaign strongly with a 29-run victory over the USA in Mumbai on 7 February, but their momentum has been checked by the loss of young fast bowler Harshit Rana. Rana sustained a right knee injury during a warm-up match against South Africa on 4 February and has been ruled out of the competition. Mohammed Siraj has been drafted in as his replacement, adding experience to the pace attack.
Indias next match is scheduled for 12 February at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi, where conditions are expected to test both batting depth and bowling discipline. The decision to skip practice underscores the teams priority of managing workloads and avoiding further setbacks. For South African fans following the tournament, Indias cautious stance highlights the physical demands of modern cricket and the fine balance teams must strike between preparation and player welfare in global competitions.
