USA vs NED Match Prediction : 21st Match, ICC Menās T20 World Cup, 2026
USA vs NED Win Probability
45%
United States of America
55%
Netherlands
Netherlands To Win, 1.70
The Netherlands is coming off a convincing seven-wicket victory over Namibia and nearly defeated Pakistan as well.
The Dutch attack possesses the depth and variety required to take wickets in the powerplay and control the middle overs.
USA lacks balance and is dependent on just one or two players to make the big contributions
USA vs NED Betting Tips
Netherlands not to have a dismissal in the first over
This is the safest route for conservative bettors. Max OāDowd brings a wealth of composure to the crease, while Michael Levitt is in powerful striking form. Given the current form of the USAās opening bowlersāwho have shown vulnerabilities in the powerplayāthis Dutch opening pair is set to do more than just survive the first six balls. They are likely to play risk-free cricket early on to settle in.
Netherlands first dismissal to be caught
Statistically, this is solid territory. "Caught" is the most common mode of dismissal in T20 cricket, particularly in the powerplay where batters look to clear the inner ring aggressively. While the Dutch openers are solid, the urge to find boundaries often leads to mishits. Notably, in the Netherlandsā previous game, every single batter dismissed was out caught, reinforcing this trend.
Team form (Last 5 matches)
United States of America
Netherlands
The Netherlandsā recipe for success lies in their superior team balance. Their batting lineup is supremely flexible, and they have multiple bowling options to rotate. In contrast, the USAās lack of T20 experience against top-tier Associate nations could come back to bite them against a disciplined Dutch unit.
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United States of America vs Netherlands Head-to-Head Record
The Netherlands holds a flawless record and remains unbeaten against their American opponents in this format.
United States of America vs Netherlands Live-streaming and Broadcast
| Country | TV Channel | Live Streaming |
|---|---|---|
| India | Star Sports Network | Disney+ Hotstar App |
| Pakistan | PTV Sports, Ten Sports | Myco App, Tamasha App |
| Australia | ā | Amazon Prime Video |
| England (UK) | Sky Sports (Cricket/Main Event) | SkyGO, NOW, Sky Sports App |
| USA & Canada | Willow TV | Willow by Cricbuzz App |
| West Indies | ESPN Caribbean | ESPN Play Caribbean |
| South Africa | SuperSport | SuperSport App |
| New Zealand | Sky Sport NZ | Sky Sport Now, Sky Go |
| Sri Lanka | Maharaja TV (TV1, Sirasa, Shakti) | ICC.tv / Maharaja TV Website |
| Bangladesh | Nagorik TV | Toffee |
| UAE & MENA | CricLife MAX | StarzPlay, StarzON |
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USA vs NED Team Previews
United States of America
The USA entered their match against Pakistan with high hopes, but reality bit hard as they were convincingly beaten. Recent performances have exposed a fragile middle order that struggles to regain momentum once fielding restrictions end. Captain Monank Patelās struggle (3 runs off 10 balls in the last game) highlighted these middle-phase issues.
The team has been left with a massive Aaron Jones-sized hole in the lineup. Inexperienced players like Sanjay Krishnamurthi and Milind Kumar have yet to fill that void. In their last outing, they collapsed from a promising 50/1 to finish on 158/8.
The bowling unit also faces issues. Without a world-class spinner to exploit slower tracks, the Americans often fall into a defensive mindset. Panic seemingly set in against Pakistan, with strike bowlers Saurabh Netravalkar, Ehsan Adil, and Harmeet Singh all conceding 10+ runs per over.
Without the ability to seal out crucial phases, the USA will struggle against a Dutch side that is building momentum.
United States of America Expected Playing 11
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
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Netherlands
The Netherlands is fueled by tactical discipline and a fighting spirit; long gone are the days of them being pushovers. Scott Edwards has built a team that thrives under pressure and knows how to cross the finish line.
Their opening combination blends the explosive power of youth with veteran experience. Young Michael Levitt (who smashed 28 at a strike rate of nearly 200 against Namibia) and the steady Max OāDowd are the cornerstones of this lineup. In the middle order, Bas de Leede was the star of the previous show with an unbeaten 72, supported well by Colin Ackermann.
Fielding remains a key differentiator for the Dutch, often saving 10-15 runs per game. With the ball, they offer depth across pace and spin. Aryan Dutt, Logan van Beek, Fred Klaassen, and Bas de Leede all chipped in with wickets in the last game, proving they are set up perfectly to challenge the Americans.
Netherlands Expected Playing 11
Michael Levitt, Max OāDowd, 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 Toss Prediction
The Netherlands elected to bowl first against Namibia, and it proved successful. With this match being played under lights in Chennai, dew is expected to be a factor in the second innings. The team winning the toss will likely look to chase, as batting becomes easier as the evening progresses.
Pitch Report and Weather Conditions
The MA Chidambaram Stadium pitch can be tricky. The new ball might nip around early for the seamers, and batters will need to work hard for runs immediately after the powerplay. As the match progresses, the dry surface usually assists spinners.
However, the "dew factor" under lights often negates the spin threat in the second innings. A par score of 160 to 170 runs is expected. The weather is forecasted to be warm and partly cloudy, with only a 5% chance of rain.
USA vs NED : Who Will Win?
A convincing win in the Netherlandsā second game will boost their confidence significantly. Even their opening loss to Pakistan was competitive (losing by only 3 wickets in the final over). The USA has looked vulnerable against higher-quality opposition, and the Dutch tactical discipline should be too much for them.
Bet on Netherlands to win.
