Ahmedabad will be illuminated on 18thth February at 7:00 PM IST when India will take on Netherlands in the thirty-sixth match of the ICC T20 World Cup 2026 at the Narendra Modi Stadium.
Get the best IND vs NED Dream11 prediction, fantasy cricket tips, probable playing XI and match information for 36.th ICC T20 World Cup 2026 match. Expert analysis and more.
IND vs NED Match Preview:
Ahmedabad will host a big showdown when India take on the Netherlands in the thirty-sixth match of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 at the Narendra Modi Stadium on Wednesday, 18 February 2026. Furthermore, this final match of Group A will start at 7:00 PM IST and India will be looking to continue their unbeaten run before entering the Super 8 stage. The surface at Ahmedabad generally offers good bounce and balanced conditions; However, larger boundaries often force batsmen to work harder for runs during the middle overs. Therefore, India’s spinners can play a vital role in slowing down the scoring and forcing the Dutch batsmen into risky shots.
India currently top the Group A points table with six points from three matches, and they have already confirmed qualification. Meanwhile, Netherlands remain fourth behind Pakistan and USA with two points from three matches. Furthermore, India arrived after defeating Pakistan by 61 runs in Colombo, where they defended 175 runs with complete control. Netherlands, on the other hand, are entering this match after a 93-run defeat against the United States in Chennai, where they were bowled out for 103 while chasing 196. As a result, India will aim to finish the group stage with a perfect record, while the Netherlands will fight to restore glory.
Ishan Kishan performed brilliantly against Pakistan by scoring 77 runs in 40 balls, while Jasprit Bumrah and Axar Patel broke the chase early by taking two wickets each. Furthermore, Suryakumar Yadav added 32 runs to strengthen India’s total on a difficult pitch. In contrast, Bas De Leede was outstanding for the Netherlands against the United States, taking 3 for 37 and 23 off 17 balls. Furthermore, even though Logan van Beek supported with the ball, the Dutch batting unit failed to handle the spin pressure.
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India have a 2-0 head-to-head record in T20Is, which has further boosted their confidence. Nevertheless, the Netherlands have produced upsets in previous tournaments, and so they will hope to challenge India with fearless cricket under the Ahmedabad lights.
IND vs NED head-to-head record:
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teams |
win the match |
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India |
2 |
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Netherlands |
0 |
IND vs NED Weather and Pitch Report:
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temperature |
27°C |
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weather forecast |
clear sky |
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pitch behavior |
batting friendly |
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Best suited for |
motion |
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Average score of first innings |
172 |
Records of chasing teams:
IND vs NED Playing 11 (Expected):
India’s playing 11:
1) Abhishek Sharma
2) Ishan Kishan (Wicketkeeper)
3) Tilak Verma
4) Suryakumar Yadav ©
5) Hardik Pandya
6) Shivam Dubey
7) Rinku Singh
8) Akshar Patel
9) Varun Chakraborty
10)Jasprit Bumrah
11) Kuldeep Yadav
Netherlands playing 11: :
1) Max O’Dowd
2) Michael Levitt
3) bass de leade
4) Colin Ackerman
5) Scott Edwards (Captain/Wicketkeeper)
6) Zack Lion-Cashette
7) Logan Van Beek
8) Aryan Dutt
9) Roelof van der Merwe
10) Tim Van Der Gugten
11) Fred Klassen
IND vs NED Hot Picks for Dream11 Prediction and Fantasy Cricket Tips:
Captaincy Choice:
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Ishan Kishan – India’s dynamic left-handed wicketkeeper batsman has scored 158 runs so far in this tournament, and has provided explosive starts with fearless stroke play. |
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Hardik Pandya – As a right-handed batsman and right-arm medium pacer for India, he has scored 57 runs and taken 4 wickets so far in this tournament, making a valuable all-round impact. |
Raises up:
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Abhishek Sharma – Known as an aggressive opening batsman for India, he can change the tempo quickly despite failing to score in the last two matches. |
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Bas De Leede – The influential right-handed batsman and right-arm medium pacer from Netherlands has scored 125 runs and taken 6 wickets so far in this tournament, providing match-winning all-round value. |
Budget Selection:
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Roelof van der Merwe – An experienced Netherlands all-round option, he contributes as a right-handed batsman while offering dependable left-arm orthodox spin at crucial stages. |
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Michael Levitt – The talented left-handed opening batsman from the Netherlands brings attacking intent on top, capable of setting the tone early in the innings. |
IND vs NED ICC T20 World Cup 2026 Captain and Vice-Captain Choices:
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captain |
Ishan Kishan and Hardik Pandya |
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vice captain |
Abhishek Sharma and Bas de Liede |
IND vs NED Dream11 Prediction Team 1:
- Keepers – Ishan Kishan ©, Scott Edwards
- Batsmen- Suryakumar Yadav, Tilak Verma, Abhishek Sharma (Vice Captain)
- All-rounders – Axar Patel, Logan Van Beek, Hardik Pandya, Bas De Leede
- Bowlers-Jasprit Bumrah, Varun Chakraborty
IND vs NED Dream11 Prediction Team 2:
- Keeper – Ishan Kishan
- Batsmen- Suryakumar Yadav, Tilak Verma, Michael Levitt, Abhishek Sharma
- All-rounders – Roelof van der Merwe, Axar Patel, Hardik Pandya©, Bas de Leede (Vice-captain)
- Bowlers-Jasprit Bumrah, Varun Chakraborty
IND vs NED Dream11 Prediction Today Match 36 ICC T20 World Cup 2026 Players to Avoid:
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player |
dream11 credit |
Dream11 Points (Last Match) |
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Zach Lion-Cashette |
7.0 credit |
No |
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Rinku Singh |
7.5 credits |
No |
IND vs NED Dream11 Prediction Today Match 36 ICC T20 World Cup 2026 Expert Advice:
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sl captaincy option |
Ishan Kishan |
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gl captaincy option |
hardik pandya |
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choice of punt |
Roelof van der Merwe and Michael Levitt |
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dream11 combination |
2-3-4-2 |
IND vs NED Match Winner Prediction:
Since India will bring an impressive team, they will be expected to control the game and win this match.

