India continued their strong start to the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 with a commanding 93-run win over Namibia in their Group A clash, underlining their status as early tournament favourites. Batting first, the Men in Blue piled up an imposing 209 on a lively Delhi surface before their bowlers ripped through Namibia’s line-up for just 116. It was a near-perfect all-round performance that ticked most boxes for the Indian camp heading into the tougher fixtures ahead.
Beyond the dominant result, the post-match scenes delivered a fun, human moment that quickly caught fans’ attention. During a broadcast interview, Axar Patel found himself on the receiving end of a cheeky message from teammate Jasprit Bumrah, relayed by presenter Sanjana Ganesan.
Jasprit Bumrah’s playful complaint was about Axar’s growing “obsession” with Snapchat, with the all-rounder often pulling teammates into his social media content. Axar, clearly in the mood to banter after a big win, laughed it off and joked that he was only trying to give fans a glimpse of the lighter side of life inside the Indian dressing room.
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He even teased Bumrah for being camera-shy, suggesting the fast bowler rarely agrees to feature on anyone’s feed. The exchange highlighted the relaxed atmosphere in the squad, a good sign for a team that thrives when confidence and camaraderie go hand in hand.
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On the field, Axar had his own reasons to smile. The left-arm spinner chipped in with two crucial wickets as India tightened the screws on Namibia. One of those dismissals turned into a highlight-reel moment, thanks to a sensational diving catch from Bumrah in the deep to remove Malan Kruger.
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Axar later admitted that he briefly thought the chance had gone down, only to see Bumrah fling himself across the turf and complete the grab. As India build momentum early in the tournament, these small moments of humour and togetherness often tell a bigger story. A confident team, enjoying each other’s company, can be a dangerous unit in a high-pressure World Cup.
