ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026, Match 18: IND vs NAM, weather report, stadium stats and predicted playing XIs

India is scheduled to take on Namibia in Match 18 of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 on February 18 at the historic Arun Jaitley Stadium. The Group-stage match is significant because the tournament is entering a crucial period.

India have made a great start with the team looking very confident in their opening game, which they won. Currently, they are looking settled as a unit. Although they faced some challenges in the opening game, they mainly stayed confident in securing the victory. Currently, they are at the top of the table. Namibia started off with losing a game but are confident as they are already played in the Delhi conditions. Led by Gerhard Erasmus, they will aim to produce a disciplined performance and challenge the stronger Indian side.

IND vs NAM: Weather Report

The weather in New Delhi is expected to be pleasant for the evening game. The atmospheric conditions will be clear with no rain forecast. The temperature is likely to vary from 21°C to 25°C, with slightly cool surroundings as the game progresses under the lights.

IND vs NAM: Arun Jaitley Stadium Stats (T20Is)

• Matches played: 9
• Average first-innings score: 169
• Average second-innings score: 153
• Teams winning batting first: 44%
• Teams winning bowling first: 56%
• Highest total: 221/9
• Lowest total: 120/10
• Highest chase: 212/3
• Lowest total defended: 142/7

See Also: ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026: IND vs NAM Today Match Prediction – 18th Match, Who Will Win Today?

IND vs NAM: Predicted Playing XIs

India (IND):

Ishan Kishan (wk), Sanju Samson, Tilak Varma, Suryakumar Yadav (c), Hardik Pandya, Shivam Dube, Axar Patel, Arshdeep Singh, Jasprit Bumrah/Mohammad Siraj, Varun Chakravarthy, Rinku Singh

Namibia (NAM):

Louren Steenkamp, Jan Frylinck, Jan Nicol Loftie-Eaton, Gerhard Erasmus (c), JJ Smit, Malan Kruger, Zane Green (wk), Ruben Trumpelmann, Bernard Scholtz, Ben Shikongo, Max Heingo