The heat is on at the M. A. Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai as the United States of America faces a virtual knockout clash against the Netherlands in the twenty-first match of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026. For the USA, it’s do-or-die; two losses have left them on the brink of elimination, and only a win can keep their slender Super 8 hopes alive. The Netherlands, buoyed by a comprehensive victory over Namibia, holds the psychological edge with a perfect 3-0 record against the Americans. This sets the stage for a high-pressure encounter where the USA’s desperation meets Dutch confidence. With history, recent form, and tournament stakes all favoring the Netherlands, the USA must produce their best performance of the tournament to survive.
United States of America vs Netherlands Win Probability
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USA vs NED, Group A T20 World Cup 2026 21st Match Details
| Match | ICC T20 World Cup 2026, 21st Match, Group A |
| Date | Friday, February 13, 2026 |
| Time | 07:00 PM (IST) |
| Venue | M. A. Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai |
| Live Streaming (TV) | Star Sports Network |
| Live Streaming (Mobile) | JioHotstar |
USA vs NED Team Form – Who Will Win Today’s Match?
USA
The USA’s form is dire, with five consecutive losses (L, L, L, L, L). Their strength lies in individual performers who have shown flashes: Shubham Ranjane (88 runs, SR 170 in tournament) with the bat and Shadley van Schalkwyk (8 wickets) with the ball. The realistic objective is straightforward: win to stay alive. The key challenge is overcoming poor batting form as a unit and finding consistency beyond a couple of players. The psychological pressure of elimination is immense.
Netherlands
The Netherlands’ form is mixed (W, L, L, L, L) but they are coming off a convincing win. Their key strength is a more stable and experienced batting lineup. Bas de Leede is in superb touch, and they have multiple players with 50+ tournament runs. The bowling, led by Logan van Beek and featuring quality spinners, is disciplined. The psychological edge comes from their historical dominance over the USA and the confidence from a recent victory.
USA vs NED Probable Playing XI
USA Probable XI-
Andries Gous (WK), Shayan Jahangir, Monank Patel (C), Milind Kumar, Sanjay Krishnamurthi, Shubham Ranjane, Harmeet Singh, Mohammad Mohsin, Shadley van Schalkwyk, Ehsan Adil, Saurabh Netravalkar.
Netherlands Probable XI-
Michael Levitt, Max O’Dowd, Bas de Leede, Colin Ackermann, Scott Edwards (C & WK), Zach Lion Cachet, Logan van Beek, Aryan Dutt, Roelof van der Merwe, Timm van der Gugten, Fred Klaassen.
USA vs NED Head-to-Head Record
| Total Match Played | 03 |
| USA Won | 00 |
| NED Won | 03 |
| Draw/No Result | 00 |
USA vs NED Pitch Report
The Chepauk pitch in Chennai is balanced but traditionally favors spin. It starts well for batting but slows down considerably in the middle overs, offering grip and turn for spinners. Batsmen need to capitalize early. A competitive first innings score is between 165-180, with teams setting a target aiming for 180-190. Dew could be a factor in the second innings of this evening game, potentially easing conditions for chasing.
USA vs NED Weather Report
Conditions will be warm and mostly dry with temperatures around 27-28°C. Humidity will be noticeable. There is a very low chance of rain, promising an uninterrupted match. Light winds are expected. Dew could form later in the evening.
USA vs NED Toss Prediction
The captain winning the toss will likely choose to bowl first. This decision considers the potential dew factor in the second innings at Chepauk, which can make gripping the ball difficult for bowlers and batting easier. Chasing a known target under these conditions is generally preferred.
USA vs NED Match Prediction
While the USA’s desperate situation makes them dangerous, the Netherlands’ superior form, historical dominance, and more balanced team composition make them the logical pick. The Dutch have players in form with both bat and ball, whereas the USA has relied heavily on a couple of individuals. Unless the USA’s top order fires in unison and their bowlers have a career-defining day, the Netherlands should secure the victory and strengthen their own Super 8 chances.
USA vs NED Dream11 Team
- Wicketkeeper: Scott Edwards, Andries Gous
- Batters: Bas de Leede, Max O’Dowd, Shubham Ranjane
- All-rounders: Colin Ackermann, Logan van Beek, Harmeet Singh
- Bowlers: Shadley van Schalkwyk, Aryan Dutt, Roelof van der Merwe
Captain (C) Pick: Bas de Leede, Shadley van Schalkwyk.
Vice-Captain (VC) Pick: Shubham Ranjane, Colin Ackermann.
