T20 World Cup 2026 will start from 7th February, which is being hosted jointly by India and Sri Lanka. All the matches of Group B will be held in Sri Lanka, while Pakistan will also play all its matches in Sri Lanka only. Before the start of the tournament, India has a practice match, which is to be held at Brabourne Stadium in Mumbai. There is good news about Tilak Verma, while all-rounder Washington Sundar may be out of the tournament.

The injuries of Washington Sundar and Tilak Verma are a matter of concern for Team India, but the news is that Tilak has now fully recovered. According to a report in Indian Express, Tilak will be available for the fifth T20 against New Zealand, although the management wants to keep him fully fit for the T20 World Cup.

Washington Sundar’s replacement

Washington Sundar is out of the team due to a side strain. It is being said that Washington’s recovery is slow, due to which he may be out of the T20 World Cup. Riyan Parag’s name is coming forward as Washington’s replacement. They have been asked to be ready at the Center of Excellence in Bengaluru. Let us tell you that Parag has to play 2 simulation matches on 28th and 30th January. If he passes the fitness test, he may also be asked to join the stitches.

In the ongoing T20 series against New Zealand, Ravi Bishnoi was included in place of Washington Sundar, who was also included in the playing 11 in the third T20. He took 2 wickets while bowling economically. The report quoted a BCCI source as saying that the board does not want to rush Washington’s return. Therefore, their options are being seriously considered.

When is the warm-up match?

It is reported that BCCI is preparing for a warm-up match at Brabourne Stadium in Mumbai. This match can be either against South Africa or against India A. With this the team will finalize its playing 11. Warm-up matches play an important role before any big tournament.