The ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 featured a lopsided match at MA Chidambaram Stadium, where the United States of America (USA) defeated the Netherlands by 93 runs in the 21st Match of Group A. The USA set an impressive score of 196/6 in 20 overs, while the Netherlands were bowled out for just 103 in 15.5 overs, marking one of the USA’s biggest wins in the tournament.
Saiteja Mukkamalla and Shubham Ranjane propel USA to a high total
Batting first after the Netherlands chose to bowl, the USA got off to a strong start with contributions from Monank Patel and Shayan Jahangir. Monank scored a quick 36 off 22 balls, hitting three fours and a six. Jahangir added 20 runs off 14 balls with two sixes, keeping the momentum going during the powerplay.
The innings was anchored by Saiteja Mukkamalla, who scored an impressive 79 runs off 51 balls with five fours and four sixes. He adjusted his pace well, rotating the strike during the middle overs before accelerating towards the end. Shubham Ranjane capped off the innings with a powerful 48 off just 24 balls, including three fours and two sixes, bringing the USA close to the 200-run mark.
For the Netherlands, Bas de Leede was the standout bowler, claiming 3 wickets for 37 runs in his four overs. Logan van Beek and Kyle Klein took one wicket each, but the Dutch bowlers struggled on a pitch favorable for batting.
Harmeet Singh leads a strong bowling display
During the chase for 197, the Netherlands struggled to find any rhythm. Michael Levitt was out early for 3 runs, and although Max O’Dowd and De Leede tried to steady the innings, they kept losing wickets. De Leede top-scored with 23 runs off 17 balls, and captain Scott Edwards managed 20 runs, but they fell behind the required rate.
The pivotal moment came in the middle overs when Harmeet Singh put in a remarkable bowling performance, taking 4 wickets for just 21 runs in four overs, significantly disrupting the Dutch chase. He received excellent support from Shadley van Schalkwyk, who took 3 wickets for 21 runs in 2.5 overs, while Nosthush Kenjige and Ali Khan each claimed one wicket. The Netherlands were ultimately bowled out for 103 runs in 15.5 overs, falling far short of their target.
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