India’s preparation for the T20 World Cup continues at full throttle as the team trained at Arun Jaitley Stadium ahead of their clash against Namibia. Captain Suryakumar Yadav set the tone, emphasizing safety and focus during fielding drills under floodlights. While the majority of the squad maintained a buoyant mood, Sanju Samson stood apart, displaying an intense, solitary focus during batting practice.
The contrast was clear: Ishan Kishan and other top-order batters moved fluidly and confidently against pace and spin, while Samson searched for rhythm, particularly against pace bowling from Arshdeep Singh and Hardik Pandya. Assistant coach Ryan ten Doeschate highlighted that Samson has full support from the team, but with Ishan Kishan performing strongly, selection remains competitive.
Meanwhile, other players were in fine form: Washington Sundar returned from injury with sharp bowling and batting, Hardik Pandya and Shivam Dube dominated with powerful hitting, and Jasprit Bumrah resumed full-speed bowling following illness. Even lower-order players like Arshdeep Singh and Varun Chakravarthy worked on finishing skills, reflecting India’s focus on depth and versatility.
The session underscored the team’s meticulous preparation and competitive spirit, with Samson’s disciplined solo work symbolizing the determination required to reclaim a starting spot. As India gears up for the Namibia match and the crucial encounter against Pakistan, the squad is fine-tuning both skill and strategy, leaving little to chance.
