The Netherlands will face Namibia in Match 10 of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 at the Arun Jaitley Stadium, New Delhi, on February 10. The Dutchmen will aim to bounce back after a narrow defeat to Pakistan, while Namibia will look to start their campaign on a positive note.
Match details
Venue: Arun Jaitley Stadium, New Delhi
Date: Tuesday, February 10, 2026
Time: 11:00 AM IST | 12:30 AM PST | 5:30 AM GMT
Team overviews
The Netherlands enter this fixture after a thrilling opening match against Pakistan in Colombo, where Scott Edwards’ side narrowly lost in a last-over finish. Despite the loss, the Dutch displayed resilience and will seek to assert dominance against Namibia. Their batting lineup, led by Edwards, Michael Levitt, and Max O’Dowd, offers a blend of aggression and experience, while their bowling unit, featuring Logan van Beek and Paul van Meekeren, can make crucial breakthroughs.
Namibia, in contrast, will play their first match of the tournament at New Delhi after warm-up games against Scotland and India A. The Namibians won against Scotland convincingly but suffered a heavy defeat to India A in Bengaluru. Led by captain Gerhard Erasmus, Namibia has a balanced squad with contributions expected from Louren Steenkamp, JJ Smit, and Zane Green. The team will aim to start strongly and gain confidence early in the competition.
Key players
For the Netherlands, Scott Edwards remains the batter to watch, having scored 37 runs against Pakistan in a pressure-filled match. Logan van Beek will be key with the ball as he looks to redeem himself after conceding 46 runs in his opening outing. Namibia’s Gerhard Erasmus will anchor the batting, supported by JJ Smit and Bernard Scholtz, while Ben Shikongo is expected to lead their bowling attack.
Head-to-head record
The Netherlands and Namibia have faced each other five times in T20 cricket. The Dutch have won three matches, Namibia has one win, and one match ended with no result. Their first T20 clash was on October 19, 2019, with the Netherlands emerging victorious. The most recent encounter ended in no result on March 03, 2024.
Pitch report
The Arun Jaitley Stadium has historically favored batsmen, with short boundaries likely to result in a high-scoring contest. The pitch is expected to remain true during the daytime match, giving bowlers limited assistance. Both teams will need strong batting performances to capitalize on favorable conditions.
Probable match scenarios
The Netherlands will look to stabilize their campaign by posting a competitive total and relying on their experienced bowlers to contain Namibia. Namibia will aim to exploit any early breakthroughs and build momentum through steady partnerships. A high-scoring game appears likely, with the first batting side possibly setting a target around 160-180 runs.
Probable playing XIs
Netherlands
Michael Levitt, Max O’Dowd, Bas de Leede, Colin Ackermann, Scott Edwards (captain & wicketkeeper), Zach Lion-Cachet, Logan van Beek, Roelof van der Merwe, Aryan Dutt, Kyle Klein, Paul van Meekeren
Namibia
Louren Steenkamp, Jan Frylinck, Nicol Loftie-Eaton, Gerhard Erasmus (captain), JJ Smit, Malan Kruger, Zane Green (wicketkeeper), Bernard Scholtz, Ruben Trumpelmann, Ben Shikongo, Max Heingo
Live streaming and broadcast
In India, fans can watch the match on JioStar Network Channels and JioHotstar app and website. In Pakistan, the broadcast will be available on PTV Sports and the PTV Sports app. UK viewers can stream the match through Sky Sports and its app. In Australia, Fox Sports and Kayo Sports will provide live coverage. Global audiences can access live streaming via official ICC platforms and authorized broadcasters.
Match prediction
The Netherlands appear stronger on paper with their experienced batting lineup and capable bowlers. Namibia’s inexperience at this stage could be a limiting factor, especially under pressure in a high-scoring game. Considering past encounters and the current form, the Netherlands have the upper hand and are likely to emerge victorious, although Namibia could challenge them if their key players perform well.
