This player will join the team. (Photo- PTI)
T20 World Cup 2026: Team India started the T20 World Cup 2026 with a win. The Indian team defeated America by 29 runs in its first match, this match was played at Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai. Now the Indian team will play its second match against Namibia. This match will be played on 12 February at Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi. Before this match, a star player is going to join the team. Indian captain Suryakumar Yadav himself gave this information after the match played against USA.
This player will join the team
Amidst India’s strong start in the T20 World Cup 2026, a good news has come about all-rounder Washington Sundar. Washington has been out of the team since he got injured during the first ODI against New Zealand on January 11. He suffered a rib injury while bowling, but despite this, he came to bat. He scored 7 unbeaten runs and helped India win by 4 wickets. Since then, he was rehabbing at the Center of Excellence in Bengaluru and was not a part of the team even in the first match against America.
After the match, captain Suryakumar Yadav gave an important update on Washington Sundar’s injury. He told that Washington is fine now and will join the team soon. Suryakumar made it clear that Washington will join the team in Delhi, where India is to play its next match. Washington Sundar is an important player for the Indian team, who brings balance to the team with his off-spin bowling and useful batting. His return will strengthen the team’s bowling and all-round options.
Washington Sundar’s T20I career
Washington Sundar has played 58 T20 matches for Team India so far. During this period he has scored 254 runs and also taken 51 wickets. Washington Sundar is also known for bowling in the powerplay. At the same time, in the recent past, he has also been given opportunities to bat in the top order. Due to which he is also a big contender to be selected in the playing 11. However, India has started with a win, so change in playing 11 will be a big decision.