India and the USA are set to face off in match three of the ICC T20 World Cup 2026 on February 7. The opening day features three matches, including Pakistan against the Netherlands and Scotland taking on the West Indies, prior to India’s match at different venues.
India, the defending champions and co-hosts, will play a USA team comprising many Asian immigrants from India and Pakistan.
India arrives at this match following a T20I series against New Zealand and a warm-up game against South Africa. The USA also had a warm-up match against India A, showing good performance with the bat.
India’s last loss in a T20 World Cup match was during the semi-finals against England in 2022. They aim to maintain their unbeaten streak in the tournament.
India T20I Squad
Suryakumar Yadav (c), Abhishek Sharma, Tilak Varma, Sanju Samson, Shivam Dube, Ishan Kishan, Hardik Pandya, Arshdeep Singh, Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Siraj, Varun Chakaravarthy, Kuldeep Yadav, Axar Patel, Washington Sundar, Rinku Singh.
Harshit Rana has officially been ruled out due to injury, with Mohammed Siraj stepping in. Washington Sundar is recovering from a side strain and was absent during the warm-up match against South Africa. He remains as backup for Axar Patel.
USA T20I Squad
Monank Patel (c), Jessy Singh, 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.
Head-to-Head Record: India vs. USA
India and the USA have played each other once in T20I Cricket, during the T20 World Cup 2024. The USA scored 110/8, while India won by seven wickets with a score of 111/3 in 18.3 overs.
Probable XI for Both Teams
India’s Probable XI Against USA
Abhishek Sharma, Ishan Kishan (wk), Tilak Varma, Suryakumar Yadav (c), Hardik Pandya, Rinku Singh, Shivam Dube, Axar Patel, Arshdeep Singh, Jasprit Bumrah, Varun Chakravarthy.
USA’s Probable XI Against India
Saiteja Mukkamalla, Andries Gous (wk), Shayan Jahangir, Monank Patel (c), Milind Kumar, Harmeet Singh, Shubham Ranjane, Mohammad Mohsin, Shadley Van Schalkwyk, Saurabh Netravalkar, Ali Khan.
Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai: Key Details
Wankhede Stadium is located in Mumbai, established in 1974, with a capacity of 32,000. It hosted its first Test in 1975, followed by its first ODI in 1987 and first T20I in 2012.
Pitch Conditions at Wankhede Stadium
The Wankhede pitch is known for being batter-friendly, offering good bounce and aiding fast bowlers with some swing. However, conditions typically improve as the innings progresses. Short boundaries could favor the USA’s batting efforts against India’s pacers, as well as give India’s power-hitters the chance to score big. Dew is expected, making fielding after winning the toss likely advantageous.
Key Stats and Records at Wankhede Stadium
India has played six T20Is here, winning four and losing two, beginning with two losses before claiming four consecutive wins.
India holds the top two highest team totals at this venue: 247/9 against England in 2025 and 240/3 against West Indies in 2019.
The lowest score against India here is England’s 97 in 2025.
Virat Kohli (197) and Rohit Sharma (165) have the most runs at this stadium, while Abhishek Sharma has 135 runs in one innings as an active player. Among bowlers, Mohammed Shami and Kyle Abbott have five wickets each, while Kuldeep Singh has taken three wickets for the current Indian squad.
Weather Forecast: Will Rain Affect the Match?
The weather on match day appears ideal for cricket. According to AccuWeather, clear skies are expected with temperatures around 32°C, and no rain forecasted, allowing for uninterrupted play. A light wind of about 13 km/h should provide comfortable conditions for the match.
India vs USA: Who Has the Pitch Advantage?
Overall, India is favored to win and will aim to assert dominance against the USA. The USA will look to prove their worth in the tournament.
FAQs: Pitch Report for Wankhede Stadium
What is the pitch report for Wankhede Stadium?
The pitch at Wankhede Stadium typically facilitates high scores, favoring batsmen. Fast bowlers generally find some benefit with the new ball, while spinners need to apply themselves during the middle overs. Teams will also be wary of dew, as batting tends to improve in the second half of the game.
What records do India and the USA have at Wankhede Stadium?
This match will mark the first encounter between the two teams at Wankhede Stadium. India has played here six times with four victories and two losses, while the USA has yet to compete on Indian soil.
