Late surge continues despite Hardik’s dismissal as India cross 200

India powered to 205 for 5 in 18.2 overs after being put in to bat by Namibia, maintaining a strong scoring rate despite losing Hardik Pandya at a crucial stage. Hardik was dismissed for a well-made 52 off 28 balls, caught by substitute fielder Dylan Leicher off the bowling of Namibia captain Gerhard Erasmus at 18.2 overs.

Shivam Dube remained at the crease on 23 from 16 deliveries, with Rinku Singh yet to open his account as India looked to finish strongly in the final overs. The last five overs yielded 69 runs for the loss of just one wicket, underlining India’s late acceleration.

Namibia’s best bowler has been Erasmus, who picked up three wickets for 19 runs in 3.2 overs, applying pressure through the middle and death overs. JJ Smit endured an expensive spell, conceding 47 runs from three overs. Namibia had earlier won the toss and opted to bowl first.