India are expected to field a balanced and aggressive combination against Pakistan in T20 World Cup 2026, with team selection likely based on match-ups and current form.
Sanju Samson’s place remains the biggest talking point, as team management must decide between experience and current combination before finalizing the XI.
Abhishek Sharma and Ishan Kishan are likely to open, providing left-right balance and attacking intent in the powerplay against Pakistan’s pace-heavy attack.
Tilak Varma could slot in at No. 3, while Suryakumar Yadav, as captain, anchors the middle order and controls tempo in pressure situations.
Hardik Pandya, Shivam Dube and Washington Sundar offer depth and flexibility, giving India multiple bowling options and finishing power.
Jasprit Bumrah and Arshdeep Singh are expected to lead the pace attack, while Varun Chakravarthy and Kuldeep Yadav strengthen spin department.
Abhishek Sharma, Ishan Kishan (WK), Tilak Varma, Suryakumar Yadav (C), Hardik Pandya, Shivam Dube, Washington Sundar, Arshdeep Singh, Jasprit Bumrah, Varun Chakravarthy, Kuldeep Yadav