USA vs Netherlands, 21st Match, T20 World Cup 2026: USA Win by 93 Runs

United States of America defeated Netherlands by 93 runs in Group A of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 at MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai. USA posted 196 for 6 in 20 overs. Netherlands were bowled out for 103 in 15.5 overs.

USA Bat First and Set the Tone

USA lost Shayan Jahangir early at 27 for 1. Monank Patel scored 36 from 22 balls. Saiteja Mukkamalla anchored the innings with 79 from 51 balls. He hit five fours and four sixes.

Shubham Ranjane finished strong. He scored 48 not out from 24 balls at a strike rate of 200.

USA Powerplay score: 53 runs in 6 overs.

Key batting numbers:

  • Saiteja Mukkamalla, 79 off 51
  • Shubham Ranjane, 48 off 24
  • Total, 196 for 6
  • Run rate, 9.8

Netherlands Struggle in Chase

Netherlands started poorly. Michael Levitt fell in the second over. Max O’Dowd scored 13. Bas de Leede made 23 but lacked support. Harmeet Singh controlled the middle overs. He took 4 wickets for 21 runs in 4 overs. Shadley van Schalkwyk added 3 wickets.

Netherlands lost 6 wickets inside 10 overs. They never recovered.

Key bowling numbers:

  • Harmeet Singh, 4 for 21
  • Shadley van Schalkwyk, 3 for 21
  • Mohammad Mohsin, 2 for 19

Match Summary

  • USA, 196 for 6 in 20 overs
  • Netherlands, 103 all out in 15.5 overs
  • Margin, USA won by 93 runs
  • Venue, MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai
  • Toss, Netherlands opted to bowl

What This Means for Group A

USA improve their net run rate with this big win. The 93 run margin gives them an advantage in the points table race.

Netherlands face pressure in the next fixture. Their top order must deliver early runs.

Top Performers

  • Saiteja Mukkamalla, 79 runs
  • Shubham Ranjane, 48 not out
  • Harmeet Singh, 4 wickets

Action Points for Teams

USA should:

  • Maintain aggressive middle overs batting
  • Use Harmeet Singh in attacking spells

Netherlands should:

  • Strengthen opening partnership
  • Control death overs better

Final Word

USA dominated with bat and ball. The 196 total proved too high. Netherlands failed to build partnerships. USA now carry momentum into their next match.

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