
T20 World Cup | Muhammad Waseem’s press conference after the loss against New Zealand
Having started their campaign on a strong note, Australia will be looking to maintain the momentum and consolidate their position in Group B. Zimbabwe, meanwhile, impressed with an early win and will be eager to take on the five-time world champions, making it a potentially high-octane encounter between the two attacking sides.In the second match of the day, Canada will take on the United Arab Emirates (UAE) at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi. Both associated nations are still looking for their first win in Group D and this match could prove crucial to their World Cup aspirations. With both teams looking to break their winless run, the match promises to be a close contest with pride and points on the line.The final match on February 13 will feature the United States of America against the Netherlands at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai. The Netherlands have been competitive in Group A, while the USA will be desperate to bounce back from early losses. Known for assisting spinners, the Chepauk surface could play a key role in shaping the outcome of the contest.With the group stage heating up and teams fighting for qualification spots, February 13th promises to be a packed day of action across three venues, featuring a mix of heavyweight clashes and play-off deciders. As the race for the Super 8 stage intensifies, every match, point and net rate could prove decisive in the T20 World Cup 2026.