Overview
- Dinesh Karthik says India are hard to beat at home and praises a youthful, attacking side led by new captain Suryakumar Yadav.
- Ian Bishop believes India’s buildup since their last title strengthens their defense but cautions that history alone is not decisive.
- Nasser Hussain notes the rise of T20 specialists and calls the World Cup a high-visibility stage for white-ball performers.
- India will compete in Group A with Pakistan, USA, Netherlands and Namibia, opening against USA at Mumbai’s Wankhede on February 7.
- Further group fixtures are set for New Delhi on February 12, Colombo for the Pakistan match on February 15, and Ahmedabad on February 18.