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T20 World Cup 2026: Ishan Kishan’s "Pocket Dynamo" Act and Hardik’s Fury Crush Namibia by 93 Runs
Summary: India surged to the top of Group A with a colossal 93-run win over Namibia, powered by Ishan Kishan’s historic blitz and Hardik Pandya's all-round masterclass. As the T20 World Cup 2026 heats up, Italy secured a fairytale first-ever win, while Sri Lanka dismantled Oman.
In a high-octane encounter at the Arun Jaitley Stadium, the Indian cricket team proved why they are the defending champions. A clinical 93-run victory over Namibia has not only boosted their Net Run Rate (+3.050) but also sent a loud warning to Pakistan ahead of their mega-clash in Colombo on 15 February.
The Record-Breaking Start: Ishan & Sanju Go Nuclear
From the first ball, India operated at a different gear. Sanju Samson, replacing the injured Abhishek Sharma, set the tone with a rapid 22 off 8 balls. But the real carnage came from Ishan Kishan.
The "Pocket Dynamo" smashed 61 runs off just 24 balls (SR: 254.17), including a brutal 6th over where he hit four consecutive sixes. India reached the 100-run mark in just 6.5 overs, the fastest in T20 World Cup history.
The Erasmus Fightback & Umpire Controversy
Chakaravarthy’s "Mystery" and the Italian Job
Namibia’s chase of 210 never took flight. Varun Chakaravarthy was unplayable, returning figures of 3/7 in 2 overs. Earlier in the day, the tournament saw its biggest upset yet: Italy beat Nepal by 10 wickets, with the Mosca brothers (Anthony and Justin) chasing 124 in record time.
T20 World Cup 2026: Match Results (Feb 12)
| Match | Result | Standout Stat |
|---|---|---|
| IND vs NAM | India won by 93 runs | Ishan Kishan (61 off 24) |
| SL vs OMAN | Sri Lanka won by 105 runs | SL defense of 225 |
| NEP vs ITA | Italy won by 10 wickets | First-ever WC win for Italy |
Don't Miss Today: February 13 Schedule
The action shifts to Colombo, Delhi, and Chennai for three massive double-headers.
- Australia vs Zimbabwe (Group B) – 11:00 AM IST
- Canada vs UAE (Group D) – 3:00 PM IST
- USA vs Netherlands (Group A) – 7:00 PM IST
FAQ: Everything You Need to Know
Q: What is the fastest 100 record set by India?
India reached 103 runs in 6.5 overs against Namibia, the quickest in T20 World Cup history, surpassing the previous record held by South Africa.
Q: Why was there a controversy involving Gerhard Erasmus?
Erasmus was upset with umpire Rod Tucker after a delivery was ruled a "dead ball" because Erasmus attempted to bowl from too far in front of the stumps.
Q: Who is the Player of the Match?
Hardik Pandya took the honors for his balanced performance of 52 runs and 2 wickets.
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