Prolific Indian opener Abhishek Sharma has been hospitalised with an upset stomach ahead of the group match against Namibia at the T20 World Cup, a cricket board official says.

The 25-year-old was admitted to a Delhi hospital on Tuesday after he missed training with a stomach issue he carried from the opener in Mumbai, the official told AFP on condition of anonymity.

India’s assistant coach Ryan ten Doeschate acknowledged the concern on Tuesday, saying the batsman had “still got a few issues with his tummy”.

“We hope that he’ll be available for the game in a few days’ time.”

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 India’s Abhishek Sharma celebrates after reaching his century during the 5th T20 International between India and England at Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai, India on Feb 2, 2025. — Reuters/File
India’s Abhishek Sharma celebrates after reaching his century during the 5th T20 International between India and England at Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai, India on Feb 2, 2025. — Reuters/File

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