Defending champions India secured their second victory at the 2026 T20 World Cup with a commanding 93-run win over Namibia in New Delhi. The host nation posted a massive 209-9, with Ishan Kishan smashing 61 off just 24 balls and Hardik Pandya contributing 52 runs.

Namibia's chase collapsed after a promising start, with the African side all out for 116 despite being 86-2 at one stage. Spinner Varun Chakravarthy delivered the decisive blow, taking 3-7 in two overs including Namibia's top-scorer Louren Steenkamp. Pandya also excelled with the ball, claiming 2-21 to seal the win with two overs remaining.

India now top Group A and face arch-rivals Pakistan on Sunday in what promises to be the tournament's highest-profile match. The defending champions' dominant performance, featuring the tournament's highest powerplay score of 86-1, positions them strongly for Super 8 qualification.