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India Eyes Netherlands Clash: Bench Strength Tested?
18 Feb
Summary
- India faces Netherlands in final group game on Wednesday.
- Abhishek Sharma seeks form after two ducks in T20 World Cup.
- Washington Sundar may get game time before Super 8s.

India will conclude their T20 World Cup 2026 league phase against the Netherlands on Wednesday at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. Having already secured a spot in the Super 8s, the team management faces a decision on whether to field a stable playing XI or test their reserve players. This match is an opportunity to fine-tune strategies before facing tougher opponents.
The spotlight is on Abhishek Sharma, who has yet to score a run in the tournament after two consecutive ducks and missed a previous match due to illness. Despite his struggles, batting coach Sitanshu Kotak has expressed confidence in the opener. Additionally, Washington Sundar might be included to gain match fitness, having recovered from an injury that kept him out of a recent series.




