USA vs Netherlands T20 World Cup Match Live Streaming: The MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai plays host to a pivotal Group A clash between the USA and the Netherlands. After a tough start against India and Pakistan, the USA needs a victory to stay relevant. Meanwhile, the Dutch, known for their tactical discipline, will look to exploit the spinning conditions in Chepauk.
When and where to watch USA vs Netherlands live streaming
The USA vs Netherlands match is set for February 13, 2026, at 07:00 PM IST. Catch the live score and real-time commentary on JioHotstar. The toss will take place at 06:30 PM IST.
USA vs NED: Chennai Pitch & weather report
Chepauk is the spiritual home of spin in India. The red soil pitch is expected to offer significant turn from the first over. However, recent stats suggest pacers have found success using cutters and change-of-pace deliveries. Being a night game, the dew factor will be a major talking point; the ball may become slippery for spinners in the second innings, giving a slight advantage to the team batting second. Weather will be humid with temperatures around 27 degrees Celsius.
How to watch USA vs NED Live on Star Sports and HotStar
The match will be telecast live on Star Sports 1 and Star Sports 1 HD. The live stream will be available for subscribers on the JioHotstar app.
Match preview: Redemption in Chepauk
The United States arrived in India with high hopes after their 2024 Super 8 run, but consecutive losses to the Asian giants have left them reeling. Captain Monank Patel faces a tactical dilemma against a Netherlands side that nearly upset Pakistan last week. The Dutch have spent significant time practicing in Chennai and look well-acclimatised to the heat and humidity. This match is likely to be a battle of nerves, with the winner keeping their slim mathematical hopes of qualification alive.
USA vs NED: Key players to watch
Bas de Leede (NED): A genuine world-class all-rounder. His ability to pick wickets at the death and score quick runs in the middle order is unmatched in Associate cricket.
Saurabh Netravalkar (USA): The left-arm pacer has been the USA’s most consistent bowler. His battle against Max O’Dowd at the top will be crucial.
Aryan Dutt (NED): On a Chennai turner, Dutt’s off-spin will be the Netherlands’ primary weapon to stifle the American run rate.
USA vs Netherlands T20 World Cup Squads
USA: Monank Patel (captain), Ehsan Adil, Andries Gous, Shehan Jayasuriya, Milind Kumar, Shayan Jahangir, Saiteja Mukkamala, Sanjay Krishnamurthi, Harmeet Singh, Nosthush Kenjige, Shadley Van Schalkwyk, Saurabh Netravalkar, Ali Khan, Mohammad Mohsin, Shubham Ranjane.
Netherlands: Scott Edwards (captain), Colin Ackermann, Noah Croes, Bas de Leede, Aryan Dutt, Fred Klaassen, Kyle Klein, Michael Levitt, Zach Lion-Cachet, Max O’Dowd, Logan van Beek, Timm van der Gugten, Roelof van der Merwe, Paul van Meekeren, Saqib Zulfiqar.