India's dominant performance against Namibia in the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 has set the stage for their upcoming high-stakes match against Pakistan. In a match held at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in New Delhi, India secured a 93-run victory, with Ishan Kishan leading the charge by scoring a rapid 61 off just 24 balls. As reported by the Pakistan News Network, Kishan's innings, which included four consecutive sixes, was pivotal in setting a formidable total of 209/9. Former cricketer Irfan Pathan praised Kishan's ability to handle short balls, highlighting his 'blazing knock' as a key factor in India's win. Varun Chakravarthy's bowling was equally impactful, taking 3 wickets for 7 runs, which helped dismantle Namibia's batting lineup, as noted by India Today.
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India Defeats Namibia by 93 Runs in T20 World Cup

India's 93-run win over Namibia in T20 World Cup 2026, led by Ishan Kishan's 61 off 24 and Varun Chakravarthy's 3/7, sets up a crucial match against Pakistan in New Delhi.
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Updated 13h agoT20 World Cup: Ishan Kishan receives Impact Player Award in dressing room after win over NamibiaFEB 13, 9:31 AMRead →"Ishan Kishan plays short ball really well": Irfan Pathan lauds Indian batter's blazing knock against NamibiaFEB 13, 7:00 AMRead →"I feel we have the edge over them": Chakaravarthy ahead of Pakistan fixture in T20 World CupFEB 13, 6:59 AMRead →"We've already done preparation": Kishan on facing Pakistan spinner Usman Tariq ahead of marquee T20WC clashFEB 12, 8:57 PMRead →T20 WC: Suryakumar hails Namibia's "fire" with the ball; lauds Hardik, Varun for standout performancesFEB 12, 8:29 PMRead →T20 WC: Ishan Kishan confident ahead of India-Pakistan clashFEB 12, 8:29 PMRead →
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