Cricket fans are buzzing as the USA reveals its T20 World Cup 2026 lineup, headlined by Shubham Ranjane’s international T20 bow. The 15-member group, captained by Monank Patel, readies for the India-Sri Lanka co-hosted spectacle beginning February 7.
Group A pits the USA against Pakistan, Namibia, Netherlands, and India in a grueling group stage. Smart preparation includes a prolonged camp in Sri Lanka to master local pitches and weather. Matches kick off with India in Mumbai on February 7, Pakistan on the 10th, Netherlands on the 13th, and Namibia on the 15th.
Ten players from the 2024 tournament return, fueling hopes after their iconic Pakistan scalp. Ranjane, post-ODI stints, debuts alongside Mohammad Mohsin and Shehan Jayasuriya, injecting dynamism. The team’s resilience shines through recent ICC drama, where USA Cricket’s suspension didn’t derail their event participation.
As they enter their second T20 World Cup, the USA embodies associate cricket’s ascent. With seasoned bowlers like Saurabh Netravalkar and Ali Khan, and reliable batsmen, they’re poised for impact.
Complete Team: Monank Patel (c), Jesse Singh (vc), Andries Gous, Shehan Jayasuriya, Milind Kumar, Shayan Jahangir, Saiteja Mukkamalla, Sanjay Krishnamurthi, Harmeet Singh, Nosthush Kenjige, Shadley van Schalkwyk, Saurabh Netravalkar, Ali Khan, Mohammad Mohsin, Shubham Ranjane.