T20 World Cup Match #10: Netherlands vs Namibia Time, Scorecard & Result
The Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi is set to host a high-stakes encounter as the Netherlands takes on Namibia in Match 10 of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026. This Group A clash is vital for both sides: the Dutch are looking to bounce back after a narrow loss to Pakistan, while Namibia aims for a winning start to their campaign.
| T20 World Cup Match # 10/55 |
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| Tuesday, Feb 10, 2026 · 10:30 AM |
| Netherlands vs Namibia |
| Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi |
Netherlands won by 7 wickets (with 12 balls remaining)
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Netherlands vs Namibia Dream 11 Prediction
The Netherlands enters this contest with a deeply experienced squad that nearly upset Pakistan in their opening match, led by the tactical brilliance of Scott Edwards. Namibia, the “Eagles,” arrive with a settled core of all-rounders including Gerhard Erasmus and JJ Smit, known for their aggressive and fearless brand of cricket.
| Netherlands | Namibia |
| Max O’Dowd | Louren Steenkamp |
| Michael Levitt | Jan Frylinck |
| Colin Ackermann | Gerhard Erasmus (C) |
| Bas de Leede | JJ Smit |
| Scott Edwards (C/WK) | Malan Kruger |
| Noah Croes | Zane Green (WK) |
| Roelof van der Merwe | Nicol Loftie-Eaton |
| Logan van Beek | Ruben Trumpelmann |
| Aryan Dutt | Bernard Scholtz |
| Paul van Meekeren | Ben Shikongo |
| Fred Klaassen | Jack Brassell |
Match Umpires
he ICC has designated the following officials for this early-morning Delhi clash:
| Status | Name | Country |
|---|---|---|
| On-Field Umpires: | Nitin Menon & Sam Nogajski | India & Australia |
| Third Umpire: | Kumar Dharmasena | Sri Lanka |
| Match Referee: | Javagal Srinath | India |
Netherlands vs Namibia Today Match Prediction
The Netherlands enter this crucial Group A encounter as the statistical favorites, buoyed by their clinical (though ultimately unsuccessful) performance against Pakistan, where they pushed the former champions to the final over. With a superior 3-1 head-to-head record and a batting-heavy lineup featuring Michael Levitt and Bas de Leede, the Dutch are expected to exploit the flat, high-scoring track at Arun Jaitley Stadium.
Our predictive currently place the Netherlands’ win probability at roughly 56-60%, but expect a high-intensity battle that could go down to the final few deliveries.
Netherlands vs Namibia Head to Head
In T20 Internationals, the Netherlands has traditionally held the upper hand with a 3–1 lead over Namibia (with one match ending in No Result). However, Namibia’s sole victory came on the big stage during the 2021 World Cup, proving they can handle the pressure against their European rivals.
| Netherlands | Namibia |
|---|---|
| 03 | 01 |
Weather and Pitch Condition of Today Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi
Weather: It is a pleasant day in Delhi with a high of 24°C and a light haze. Unlike the night games, dew will not be a factor for this 11:00 AM IST start, though the dry air might help the ball swing early on.
Pitch: The Delhi surface is a batter’s delight with short boundaries. The pitch is expected to be flat and hard, offering consistent bounce. Spinners like Roelof van der Merwe and Bernard Scholtz will need to be extremely precise to avoid being punished on this high-scoring ground.
Team Netherlands vs Namibia Points Table
As of February 10, Group A is led by the hosts India and rivals Pakistan. Namibia is playing their first game today, while the Netherlands is desperate for points after their heart-breaking 3-wicket loss to Pakistan.
| Pos | Team | P | W | L | P | NRR |
| 1 | India | 1 | 1 | 0 | 2 | +1.450 |
| 2 | Netherlands | 2 | 1 | 1 | 2 | +0.356 |
| 3 | Pakistan | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0.240 |
| 4 | Namibia | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | -1.033 |
| 5 | USA | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | -1.450 |
FAQs
No, the legendary all-rounder David Wiese retired from international cricket after the 2024 World Cup. Namibia is now looking to JJ Smit and Jan Frylinck to fill his shoes.
A general voting Netherlands a 58% win probability due to their strong performance against Pakistan. However, Namibia’s recent 4-match winning streak makes them a dangerous opponent.
n India, the match is live on Star Sports and JioHotstar. Fans in the Netherlands can watch via ICC.tv, and in Namibia, the match is available on SuperSport.
