February 13, 2026, Chennai : The United States of America produced a clinical performance to secure a dominant 93 run victory over the Netherlands in their T20 World Cup encounter at the MA Chidambaram Stadium. After being put in to bat, the American side posted a formidable total of 196 for 6, fueled by a brilliant batting display from Saiteja Mukkamalla and a late surge by Shubham Ranjane.
Mukkamalla was the mainstay of the American innings, striking 79 runs from 51 deliveries. His knock included five boundaries and four sixes, providing the necessary stability after the early departure of Shayan Jahangir. Captain Monank Patel also contributed a brisk 36, while Ranjane provided the finishing flourish with an unbeaten 48 off just 24 balls. For the Dutch, Bas de Leede was the most effective bowler, claiming three wickets, though the American batters managed to keep the scoreboard ticking at nearly ten runs per over.
In response, the Netherlands’ chase never truly gathered momentum as they were bundled out for 103 in 15.5 overs. Harmeet Singh was the architect of the Dutch collapse, finishing with exceptional figures of 4 for 21. He received significant support from Shadley van Schalkwyk, who took three wickets for 21 runs, and Mohammad Mohsin, who chipped in with two wickets.
The Dutch struggle was evident from the start, with Michael Levitt falling early to Nosthush Kenjige. Bas de Leede top scored for his side with 23 runs, and Scott Edwards managed 20, but the lack of substantial partnerships and the consistent pressure from the American spinners made the target of 197 appear increasingly distant. This comprehensive win marks a significant milestone for the United States in the tournament.
Brief Scores:
USA: 196-6 (20 overs)
Saiteja Mukkamalla 79 (51), Shubham Ranjane 48* (24); Bas de Leede 3-37
Netherlands: 103-10 (15.5 overs)
Bas de Leede 23 (17), Scott Edwards 20 (14); Harmeet Singh 4-21, Shadley van Schalkwyk 3-21
Result: USA won by 93 runs
