In the recent T20 World Cup match held on February 12 at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi, India faced Namibia, with Namibia winning the toss and opting to bowl first. The match featured two major changes in the Indian team lineup, as Mohammed Siraj and Abhishek Sharma were unavailable, leading to the inclusion of Jasprit Bumrah and Sanju Samson in their stead.

Indian captain Suryakumar Yadav expressed his preference for batting first, revealing that he was pleased with the toss outcome despite his team having lost it. He humorously noted that as long as the team continues to win matches despite not winning the toss, they face no issues. He acknowledged the significance of the tournament and the role of dew on pitch conditions but maintained that batting first allows them to set a total that boosts their confidence in defending it during the match.

Yadav's remarks highlight the team's strategy and mindset going into critical matches in the World Cup. By focusing on preparation and execution of their game plan, India aims to leverage their strengths even when circumstances like the toss don’t favor them. This kind of mental resilience is crucial for a successful campaign in a high-stakes tournament like the T20 World Cup, emphasizing the importance of team dynamics and confidence in achieving victory.