India’s pace spearhead Arshdeep Singh shared a light-hearted moment involving opener Abhishek Sharma after the latter missed the Namibia clash in New Delhi due to a stomach infection. The funny clip, filmed in the Indian dressing room during the post-match meal, quickly did the rounds on social media following India’s commanding win, offering fans a reassuring glimpse of Abhishek’s recovery.

In the video, Abhishek appeared relaxed and in good spirits, joking with teammates as Arshdeep checked in on his health. While the left-hander revealed he was still on a simple diet of dal and rice, the visuals suggested steady improvement, even if full match fitness may take a little longer.

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The mood in the camp reflected relief rather than concern, with India’s smooth performance against Namibia easing the immediate pressure on the team management. Abhishek Shara had been hospitalised for two days in Delhi after complaining of high fever and severe stomach pain linked to an infection.

Update on Abhishek Sharma by Arshdeep Singh, good to know he’s doing good 😄 pic.twitter.com/MbvOzMChmg

— 𝗠𝗮𝗻𝗶𝘀𝗵 (@ManishSRH) February 12, 2026

Although he was discharged on Wednesday, he skipped the following day’s training session at the Arun Jaitley Stadium, still feeling weak after the illness. Sources indicate he has also lost a bit of weight, which is not uncommon after a stomach infection, making the road back to peak fitness a gradual process.

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According to reports, Abhishek’s next net session in Colombo will be a key indicator of his readiness. If he can bat for an extended period at match intensity, the team is likely to consider him for selection. With a high-voltage group clash against Pakistan coming up, India will be keen to have their aggressive opener back, but not at the cost of risking his health.