The iconic Wankhede Stadium was transformed into a sea of blue on Saturday India opposite square United States of America in his 3rd match ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026. In what was expected to be a simple encounter, the partisan Mumbai crowd went on a rollercoaster of emotions. Captain’s knock from local hero as underdog Americans punch above their weight with disciplined bowling display Suryakumar Yadav It secured a 29-run victory, maintaining India’s dominant start to the tournament.
Suryakumar Yadav plays the captain’s batting after India’s high-order collapse against USA
The match began in eerie silence as the US sailors took advantage of the early evening humidity. Abhishek Sharma Fell for a duck over the second and mounted when the pressure Ishan Kishi (20) and Tilak Varma (25) were consecutively dismissed. At Wankhede, the faithful looked on in disbelief Shivam Dubey he went back for a golden duck and sent India reeling 46/4 Before the powerplay is even over. Shedley of Shalkwick It was a head breaker, finishing with impressive figures of 4/25.
However, Suryakumar decided to play a different brand of cricket. Stepping into the role of captain, SKY closed the innings with tactical brilliance. While partners like Rinku Singh and Hardik Pandya he struggled to find the time, Suryakumar remained clueless. He reached his half-century off 36 balls, followed by a flurry of trademark ramps and extra-cover drives. His unbeaten 84 off 49 balls, which included 7 boundaries and 10 powerful sixes, single-handedly lifted India from a predicament to a competitive total of 161/9. His ability to manipulate the field during the death overs made the difference as India added 50 runs in the last six overs despite losing wickets at the other end.
India’s disciplined bowling attack stifles USA’s quest for history in T20 World Cup 2026
Defending 161, the Indian bowling unit leads the way Mohammad Sirajhit their straps immediately. The US pursuit never found its rhythm with the removal of Siraj Andries Gous and Saiteja Mukkamalla early, yet Arshdeep Singh sent Monank Patel packing for duck. USA were reduced to 13/3 inside the first 20 balls, effectively ending any hopes of a major upset.
The Americans showed solidity in the middle innings, led by them Soft Kumar (34) and Sanjay Krishnamurthy (37). Their 50-run partnership for the fourth wicket kept the scoreboard ticking and gave the Indian fans a brief scare. However, India’s spin twins, Akhar Patel and Varun Chakrabortytightened the screws. Patel’s double in the 16th dismissed both Krishnamurthy and the over. Harmeet Singhbroke the back of an impressive chase.
Despite a late cameo Shubham Ranjane (22 out of 37), the request rate was very high. USA completed 20 overs at 132/8, handing India a hard-fought 29-run win. While the USA won respect for their gutsy performance, it was SKY genius who ensured the hosts stayed on course for World Cup glory.
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Here’s how the fans reacted:
India starts the campaign on a winning note 🙂#cricket #INDvUSA #T20WorldCup2026 pic.twitter.com/VgSKKBZ4WM
— CricketTimes.com (@CricketTimesHQ) February 7, 2026
Roar for the Wankhede King! Under SKY’s captaincy, India secure a dominant first win against USA. 🌌🏏 #Suryakumariadav #INDvUSA #T20WorldCup #T20WC2026 pic.twitter.com/pSyz9aQSVs
— Gujral Kumar (@GujralK88320) February 7, 2026
🚨 MATCH RESULT 🚨
India beat USA by 29 runs 🇮🇳🔥
📍 Wankhede Stadium•CONFIDENT VICTORY.
• A POWERFUL STATEMENT.
•T20 WORLD CUP CAMPAIGN GETTING OFF TO FLYING START. 🏆💪#T20WorldCup #INDvUSA #INDvsUSA pic.twitter.com/adq9AOBy2B— Ravi (@ravi97140) February 7, 2026
#INDvUSA #T20WorldCup
People of India: pic.twitter.com/d3y42j4nIO— || Anshul || ANSUL || (@ianshuldabgar) February 7, 2026
🚨CAPTAIN SURYAKUMAR YADAV DELIVERS WHEN IT MOST IMPORTANT. 🫡🔥
– An unbeaten 84 (49) with 10 fours and 4 sixes rescued India from 77/6 and turned the game around. 🇮🇳#T20WorldCup #INDvsUSA #SuryakumarYadav
pic.twitter.com/4TsyvuahAu— 𝐑𝐢𝐭𝐬𝐡. (@CrickRitesh_18) February 7, 2026
The “S” in SKY stands for Saviour. 🌌
Make no mistake, this victory belongs to Suryakumar Yadav. He stepped up when it mattered most and single-handedly changed the game. It all owes to the man, the superhero! 👑🏏
.#SuryakumarYadav
#INDvsUSA #T20WC2026 #T20WorldCup pic.twitter.com/26icoXmCHW— KALESHI TOON (@To_kaleshi) February 7, 2026
Suryakumar Yadav🚨🔥#INDvsUSA pic.twitter.com/mQlnin8SXp
— Avi (@Gamesbyavi) February 7, 2026
🚨 PAKISTANI FANS CRYING IN THE CORNER 🚨
– India were 77/6 in 12 overs then Suryakumar Yadav rescued India with a brilliant 84(49)🔥
– Real crying by Pakistani fans during USA Innings 😭 started when Indian bowlers dominated USA 😂#INDvsUSA pic.twitter.com/JR0McyETxT
— Richard Kettleborough (@RichKettle07) February 7, 2026
🫡🔥 A real captain’s knock by Suryakumar Yadav
A brilliant hand under pressure when India needed it most.
People might call it a “minnow-basher” innings later, but anyone who actually watches the game knows how big the impact is.Class indicates that the team is in trouble… pic.twitter.com/RelgZADTA1
— Report (@reportofficial) February 7, 2026
When Abhishek fell,
When Tilak falls,
When Ishan falls,
When Rinku falls,
When Dube falls,
When Hardik fell,
When the stream falls– Suryakumar Yadav came to the rescue when the line of Indian fighters broke up🔥 pic.twitter.com/aaG58K5Pc7
– Indian Cricket (@IPL2025Auction) February 7, 2026
Suryakumar Yadav: 84(49)*
The success you know, the reason you don’t#INDvsUSA https://t.co/RsHlzlsT1Y pic.twitter.com/FqULY3wDHM
— A LIQUID SOUL (@achillsoul) February 7, 2026
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