IND vs NED Playing 11: Sanju Samson In, Abhishek Sharma Out? India vs Netherlands Predicted Lineups

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India are up against the Netherlands in their final group stage match in the T20 World Cup 2026 on Wednesday (February 18).

India, the defending champions and current world No. 1 T20I side, have dominated their group stage so far. They secured Super 8 qualification with an unbeaten record after wins over teams like the USA, Namibia, and Pakistan.

Led by Suryakumar Yadav, the Men in Blue aim to finish the group phase with a perfect record, maintaining momentum and a high net run rate before the Super 8s.

The Narendra Modi Stadium pitch is typically batting-friendly, especially under lights, favouring high scores with good bounce and pace. Expect totals around 180-200 if teams bat first, though dew could aid the chasing side. Weather in Ahmedabad should be clear and pleasant for an evening game, with no rain interruptions anticipated. Team news for India focuses on workload management and bench testing, as qualification is secure.

India vs Netherlands Team News

The pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah, complemented by wicket-taker Varun Chakravarthy and middle-order aggressor Suryakumar Yadav, forms the core of this potent lineup. Expect potential tweaks like recalling left-armer Arshdeep Singh for swing on the lively surface, which might sideline spinner Kuldeep Yadav. Openers Abhishek Sharma and Ishan Kishan promise blistering starts, backed by all-rounders Hardik Pandya and Axar Patel for depth.

Abhishek Sharma or Sanju Samson?

Abhishek Sharma is expected to start against the Dutch despite his poor start in the tournament. The southpaw scored two ducks but is set to play in this match as well. Sanju Samson played against Namibia and scored a brilliant 22 off just 8 deliveries.

Netherlands are already eliminated from the T20 World Cup, and they may make a couple of changes to the side. Paul van Meekeren may return to the side if he is fit, while Loan van Beek and Aryan Dutt are set to continue.

India vs Netherlands Predicted Playing 11

India: Abhishek Sharma, Ishan Kishan (wk), Tilak Varma, Suryakumar Yadav (c), Hardik Pandya, Rinku Singh, Shivam Dube, Axar Patel, Kuldeep Yadav, Jasprit Bumrah, Varun Chakravarthy.

Netherlands: Michael Levitt, Max O'Dowd, Bas de Leede, Colin Ackermann, Scott Edwards, Zach Lion-Cachet, Roelof van der Merwe, Logan van Beek, Aryan Dutt, Paul van Meekeren, Fred Klaasen