The ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 Group A action moves to the final Chennai match United States of America (USA) takes over Namibia In the 26th match. Both teams are at a dead end; after back-to-back losses to heavyweights India and Pakistanthis matchup is a virtual knockout. A win is essential for the USA to avoid going out of the India leg without a win, while Namibia will aim to regain the formidable form that stunned them. South Africa just a few months ago.
USA vs NAM, T20 World Cup 2026: Match Details
- Date and Time: February 15 (Sunday); 15:00 IST / 9:30 GMT / 4:30 EST
- Location: MA Chidambaram Stadium (Chepauk), Chennai
Head-to-head Record (T20I):
Matches played: 2 | USA won: 2 | Namibia won: 0
MA Chidambaram Stadium (Chepauk) Field Report
The Chepauk track lived up to its reputation in this World Cup a spin-bowling paradise. The abrasive surface offers maximum grip and variable bounce, making life difficult for putters looking to hit over the line. In day matches like this, the heat accelerates the wear of the pitch, meaning the ball is likely to spin sharply from the first swing itself. The average score in this space has changed 145–155and anything above 160 is considered highly competitive. With the dew expected to finish in the afternoon, it will almost certainly be the captain who wins the toss first select a bat to avoid facing a deteriorating pitch in the second half.
Team dynamics and key players
United States of America: US campaign history is defined by individual brilliance Shadley of Shalkwickcurrently leads the tournament’s goalscoring charts (11 goals). His ability to bowl accurate cutters is perfect for Chennai. captain Monank Patel remains the backbone of the batting but the team needs more support Saiteja Mukkamalla and Soft Kumar to publish a defensible total. tempo Ali Khan will be a factor early on, but the burden of control will fall on the spin duo Nosthush Kenjige and Harmeet Singh.
Namibia: “Eagles” are led by experienced people Gerhard ErasmusTechnical skills against spin will be vital at Chepauk. Jan Frylinck is their most dangerous presence with the bat, known for his explosive strike rate in the middle overs. Namibia’s bowling attack is versatile JJ Smith providing a range of left arm stitches and Jean Nicole Lofty-Eaton offers important leg spin. Their recent win over South Africa proves they have the temperament for the big stages and they will look to exploit USA’s middle order weaknesses.
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Teams:
USA: Monank Patel (captain), Jessy Singh, Andries Gous, Shehan Jayasuriya, Milind Kumar, Shayan Jahangir, Saiteja Mukkamala, Sanjay Krishnamurthi, Harmeet Singh, Nosthush Kenjige, Shadley Van Schalkwyk, Saurabh Netravalkar, Ali Mohamsin Shuham,
Namibia: Gerhard Erasmus (captain), Zane Green, Bernard Scholtz, Ruben Trumpelmann, JJ Smith, Jan Frylink, Louren Steenkamp, Malan Kruger, Nicol Loftie-Eaton, Jack Brassell, Ben Shikongo, JC Balt, Dylan Leicher, WP Myburgh, Maxing. (Substitute: Alexander Volschenk)
USA vs NAM, T20 World Cup 2026: Today’s Match Prediction
Case 1:
- The USA is first in the shootout
- USA Powerplay Score: 40–50 (6 Overs)
- US overall score: 145–160
Case 2:
- Namibia win the toss first
- Namibia Powerplay score: 42–52 (6 overs)
- Namibia’s overall score: 150–165
Match result: Namibia will win the competition.
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