The Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad hosts a Group A mismatch as the imperious, undefeated India take on a shattered Netherlands side playing for pride. India have been flawless three wins from three, including a crushing 61-run demolition of Pakistan that announced their title credentials in the loudest possible way. The Super 8 berth is secured, but this team under Suryakumar Yadav has shown no signs of complacency. They want perfection. The Netherlands, by contrast, are in freefall. A 93-run hammering by the USA has left them bottom of the group, their tournament unravelling after a promising start. The mathematics for Super 8 qualification now requires a miracle of improbable proportions. This is about pride, about leaving the World Cup with dignity intact. History offers no clues, these sides have never met in T20 cricket. But on a high-scoring Ahmedabad surface, against an Indian team firing on all cylinders, the Dutch face their toughest test of the tournament.
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IND vs NED, Group A T20 World Cup 2026 36th Match Details
| Match | ICC T20 World Cup 2026, 36th Match, Group A |
| Date | Wednesday, February 18, 2026 |
| Time | 07:00 PM (IST) |
| Venue | Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad |
| Live Streaming (TV) | Star Sports Network |
| Live Streaming (Mobile) | JioHotstar |
IND vs NED Team Form – Who Will Win Today’s Match?
India
India are in imperious touch (W, W, W, W, W), with three dominant tournament wins. Their key strength is a deep, explosive batting lineup firing in unison. Ishan Kishan is in career-best form (77 off 40 vs Pakistan, strike rate 192.5). The middle order, featuring Suryakumar Yadav and Hardik Pandya, provides multiple match-winners. The bowling attack is spin-dominant and lethal, with Axar Patel and Varun Chakaravarthy accounting for 12 wickets. The psychological edge is immense; they are playing perfect cricket.
Netherlands
The Netherlands’ form is alarming (L, W, L, L, L), with a confidence-shattering 93-run loss to USA. Their key strength is Bas de Leede, the all-rounder has scored 125 runs and taken five wickets in the tournament. Scott Edwards (average 37.50) and Colin Ackermann provide experience. The bowling attack, led by de Leede and Logan van Beek, has been inconsistent. Their realistic objective is to compete for 40 overs and restore some pride.
IND vs NED Probable Playing XI
India Probable XI-
Abhishek Sharma, Ishan Kishan (WK), Tilak Varma, Suryakumar Yadav (C), Hardik Pandya, Shivam Dube, Rinku Singh, Axar Patel, Kuldeep Yadav / Mohammed Siraj, Varun Chakaravarthy, Arshdeep Singh.
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, Kyle Klein, Fred Klaassen.
IND vs NED Head-to-Head Record (T20Is)
| Total Match Played | 01 |
| IND Won | 01 |
| NED Won | 00 |
| Draw/No Result | 00 |
IND vs NED Pitch Report
The Narendra Modi Stadium is a high-scoring batting paradise. The three World Cup matches here have produced first-innings totals of 213-4, 187-6, and 175-7. Batters find good value, particularly under lights, and conditions improve when chasing. Fast bowlers can extract something early, but spinners become more effective as the game progresses. India will target 200+ batting first; the Netherlands would be satisfied with 160-170.
IND vs NED Weather Report
Conditions will be clear and dry with daytime highs around 32°C, cooling to the low 20s by match time. There is little chance of rain, and humidity will remain fairly low. Evening conditions will be warm and pleasant, ideal for cricket.
IND vs NED Toss Prediction
The captain winning the toss will likely choose to bowl first. The most recent 7 PM game at this venue saw South Africa chase 178 with ease against New Zealand. Both captains will remember this outcome, and chasing under lights is the clear preference.
IND vs NED Match Prediction
This is the most straightforward prediction of the group stage.
India’s case: They are playing perfect cricket. Ishan Kishan is in the form of his life (strike rate 192.5). The middle order is deep and explosive. The spin attack (12 wickets) is tournament-best. Even resting Bumrah, they have Arshdeep Singh and a world-class backup attack. They have the confidence of beating Pakistan comprehensively and the motivation of finishing the group stage undefeated.
Netherlands’ case: They have Bas de Leedel; a genuine all-round match-winner who has scored 125 runs and taken five wickets. Scott Edwards is a reliable presence in the middle order. The bowling attack, on paper, has experience. They have nothing to lose, which can sometimes be dangerous.
However, the gulf in every department is cavernous. The Netherlands’ bowling was taken apart by the USA for 196, India’s batting is infinitely more explosive. Their batting collapsed for 103 against USA; India’s bowling is infinitely more lethal.
Expect India to approach this with professional ruthlessness, Kishan attacking from ball one, the spinners strangling in the middle overs, and the fielders hunting every chance. The Netherlands will compete, de Leede may produce moments of brilliance but India’s superior class, depth, and momentum should see them secure a comprehensive victory and complete a perfect group stage campaign.
IND vs NED Dream11 Team
- Wicketkeeper: Ishan Kishan, Scott Edwards
- Batters: Suryakumar Yadav, Tilak Varma, Bas de Leede
- All-rounders: Hardik Pandya, Shivam Dube, Colin Ackermann
- Bowlers: Axar Patel, Varun Chakaravarthy, Logan van Beek
Captain (C) Pick: Ishan Kishan, Hardik Pandya.
Vice-Captain (VC) Pick: Bas de Leede, Axar Patel.
