T20 World Cup 2026 Live | NED vs NAM Live Streaming Free – Star Sports Live – Netherlands vs Namibia, 10th Match, Live Online

Netherlands vs Namibia in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 is a high‑stakes early‑group clash between two well‑matched Associate powers looking to seize control of Group A and push strongly towards the Super Eight stage. Both sides come into this game with contrasting recent experiences but similar ambitions, making this 10th match of the tournament one of the more intriguing fixtures in the early schedule.

The surface at Arun Jaitley Stadium has recently produced true bounce with plenty of value for shots, making it a generally batting‑friendly venue in T20 cricket. First‑innings scores in night and day games at this ground have tended to sit in the 170–200 range when the pitch is fresh, and the fast outfield rewards aggressive strokeplay. ​

Weather in Delhi in early February is typically cool and dry, with mild daytime temperatures and minimal rain threat, so interruptions are unlikely. Slight morning haze is possible but generally clears by late morning, which should allow a full 20‑over game with normal swing and seam conditions up front. ​

This is a pivotal Group A encounter because both teams are targeting the same qualification lane behind the traditional Full‑Member heavyweights in the section. Netherlands were one big moment away from a famous win over Pakistan in their opening outing and now come into this game knowing that another slip could severely damage their chances of progressing.

NED vs NAM Match Details

• Match: Netherlands vs Namibia, 10th Match
• Teams: NED vs NAM
• Date: 10 Feb 2026
• Time: 10:30 AM 5:30 AM GMT / 11:00 AM LOCAL
• Venue: Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi

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Probable XIs

Probable XI (Namibia): Michael van Lingen, Nikolaas Davin, Jan Nicol Loftie‑Eaton, Gerhard Erasmus (c), JJ Smit, David Wiese, Zane Green (wk), Ruben Trumpelmann, Bernard Scholtz, Ben Shikongo, Tangeni Lungameni.

Head‑to‑head record

In T20 internationals, Netherlands hold the edge over Namibia, but most of their contests have been competitive.

• Total T20Is played: 5

• Netherlands wins: 3

• Namibia wins: 1

• No result: 1​

A key milestone in this rivalry came in February 2024, when Netherlands posted a huge 247/5 against Namibia, the highest team score in their head‑to‑head history and a dominant statement of batting depth. Earlier meetings include World Cup fixtures in 2021 and 2022 and quadrangular games dating back to 2013, underlining how frequently these sides cross paths in ICC events and Associate tournaments.

Recent completed T20I head‑to‑head (where records are available) shows Netherlands with a 3–1 advantage, including that big win in 2024, while Namibia’s solitary victory demonstrated their ability to squeeze games with disciplined bowling.

Recent meetings snapshot

While full ball‑by‑ball details are scattered across multiple series, a broad overview is:

• Netherlands beat Namibia, Feb 2024 (247/5 vs 188/7) in Nepal Tri‑Nation T20I series.

• Earlier World Cup clashes in 2021 and 2022 were split, with Netherlands winning a low‑scoring chase in Geelong and Namibia claiming one of the earlier encounters in the UAE.

These results suggest that while Netherlands have had the upper hand recently, Namibia have been close enough to keep this rivalry alive and unpredictable.

Team form and key talking points

Netherlands

Netherlands’ biggest talking point coming into this match is their narrow, self‑inflicted defeat against Pakistan in their tournament opener. They controlled large parts of that game, only to let a winning position slip, with senior seamer Paul van Meekeren openly stating that they “lost the game against ourselves” rather than being outplayed. That honesty reflects a side that now holds higher standards and believes it belongs at this level.​

Their batting has evolved from scrappy competitiveness to genuine power, as shown by the 247/5 they racked up against Namibia in 2024, highlighting the threat posed by their top and middle order in favourable conditions. The depth in pace options, plus clever use of cutters and change‑ups, gives them a versatile bowling attack that can adjust to different surfaces. The main question is game management: can they close out tight contests and avoid the lapses that cost them against Pakistan?

Namibia

Namibia enter this World Cup slightly under the radar but with a settled and experienced core. This match will be their first T20I since October 2025, when they edged out South Africa in a dramatic final‑over finish, a result that underlined both their nerve and tactical clarity in crunch moments. They navigated a tough Africa qualifier pathway to reach their fourth straight T20 World Cup, which speaks to their consistency and structure.​

Statistically, Namibia lean heavily on captain Gerhard Erasmus, their leading T20I run‑scorer with 1833 runs at an average above 32, and left‑arm spinner Bernard Scholtz, their top wicket‑taker with 79 wickets at an economy around 6.18. Their challenge is translating that reliability into explosive impact against a well‑balanced Dutch unit, particularly in Indian conditions where their seamers will need to adapt quickly. With many of their players used to Associate circuits rather than IPL‑type surfaces, how quickly they find their range in Delhi will be crucial.​

Team analysis

Netherlands analysis

• Strengths:

  • Deep batting line‑up capable of big totals, as that 247/5 against Namibia showed.

  • Varied pace attack with bowlers like van Meekeren who can operate effectively at the death and in the middle overs.​

  • Big‑tournament experience from multiple World Cups and ODI League 2 campaigns, including recent strong results against other Associates and competitive outings versus Full Members.

• Weaknesses:

  • Occasional lapses in concentration and execution, particularly in pressure chases or when trying to close out games, evident in the Pakistan loss.​

  • Reliance on key batters; early wickets have sometimes exposed a soft underbelly if the middle order is put under sustained pressure.​

• Key players to watch:

  • Top‑order stroke‑makers who can exploit the true Delhi surface and fast outfield.

  • Paul van Meekeren as a death‑over specialist and emotional leader of the attack.​

Namibia analysis

• Strengths:

  • Strong, experienced spine built around Erasmus, several seasoned middle‑order hitters, and a disciplined seam‑spin combination.

  • Erasmus’s run‑scoring and Scholtz’s control with the ball provide stability in both innings.​

  • Proven temperament in tight finishes, highlighted by their last‑over win against South Africa in late 2025.​

• Weaknesses:

  • Lack of recent high‑volume T20I cricket compared to Netherlands, with this being their first T20I since October 2025.​

  • Depth beyond the core group can be tested if early wickets fall or primary bowlers are targeted.​

• Key players to watch:

  • Gerhard Erasmus as anchor and finisher, controlling tempo through the middle overs.​

  • Bernard Scholtz as the main spin threat, especially if the Delhi pitch starts to grip.​

On balance, Netherlands enter this contest with slightly more recent match practice at the highest level and a marginally stronger all‑round squad on paper. Their batting depth and adaptability to subcontinental conditions, combined with the confidence they will carry from posting big totals like 247/5 against this very opponent, give them a narrow edge at Arun Jaitley Stadium.

Namibia, however, are far from out of this and have enough experience and bowling discipline to turn this into another tight Associate classic if they start well with the ball. If Erasmus and Scholtz have standout days, and the top order adjusts quickly to Delhi conditions, an upset is very much on the cards. Still, factoring in current form, head‑to‑head advantage, and conditions, Netherlands start as slight favourites to win a competitive, high‑scoring encounter.