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as 2026 T20 World Cup The defending champion is ready to go; Indiaare looking to fine-tune their arsenal ahead of their second Group A match. Despite their victory in the first game USAThe team’s narrow escape sparked heated debate over the ideal starting lineup. Former India batting coach and senior analyst Sanjay Bangar has now stepped in to suggest that the bowling department will be better in the upcoming encounters Namibia at the Arun Jaitley Stadium.
India’s tricky start: A wake-up call for the champions
India’s title defense began with a nerve-wracking match at the Wankhede Stadium. Facing an energetic United States, the Men in Blue found themselves in trouble early on, struggling against a disciplined bowling attack on a grippy pitch. If it weren’t for the captain’s heroic save, he would have scored 84 points. Suryakumar Yadavthe home team may face huge pressure. The collapse of the top order – which left India reeling at 46/4 in the Powerplay – was a stark reminder that even as favorites, there is no room for complacency in this tournament.
Sanjay Bangar points out one change in India’s bowling attack against Namibia
With the game shifting to the capital, Bangal feels the team management should reincorporate their leading striker into the squad. Bangal advocated return while speaking on Star Sports Jasprit Bumrahwho rested the opening game due to workload management after a minor health scare. Interestingly, Bangar suggests that the player giving way should be Mohammed Sirajdespite the latter’s impactful performance in Mumbai.
“I certainly see Jasprit Bumrah coming into the starting XI and the player who is missing out will be Mohammed Siraj who is in great form,” Bangal said.
The suggestion came as a surprise to some given Siraj’s pace, but Bangar’s rationale centered on the long-term balance of the attack and the need for Bumrah’s lethal accuracy in the middle and death overs as the intensity of the game expands.
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Indian bowlers perform well despite batting difficulties
While the batsmen faced a test against the United States, the Indian bowling unit showed why they are considered the most feared team in the world. The bowlers defended a total of 161 but never allowed the US’s chase to succeed.
Mohammed Siraj Particularly impressive was the final score of 3/29, which included a clinical yorker to seal the match. Ardeep Singh It provides perfect support for 2/18, ensuring that the running rate is always under control. That collective brilliance has propelled India to a 29th-match winning streak, but Bangal’s comments suggest that the pursuit of perfection could lead to changes in the winning combination as they prepare to face Namibia on Thursday.
