India's Commanding Victory
On Saturday, February 7, 2026, the Indian cricket team achieved a decisive victory against the United States in the T20 World Cup 2026, defeating them
by a significant margin of 29 runs. The match, held at the iconic Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai, saw the USA opt to bowl first after winning the toss. Despite a competitive effort, the USA team could only manage to score 132 runs in their chase of India's target of 162 runs. This performance highlights India's strong batting and bowling capabilities in the tournament, setting a positive tone for their campaign.
Record-Breaking Viewership Surge
The encounter between India and the USA wasn't just a spectacle on the field; it was a monumental event for digital streaming platforms. Jio Hotstar experienced an astronomical rise in live viewership, with figures soaring past 26 crore (260 million) by the conclusion of the match. This massive audience engagement underscores the immense popularity of cricket in India and the platform's reach in delivering major sporting events to millions of viewers simultaneously. Fans seeking to follow the action had multiple avenues, with the match also broadcast on Star Sports channels, alongside the Jio Hotstar app and website.
Team Lineups Revealed
The T20 World Cup 2026 match featured formidable squads from both nations. India's playing XI included Ishan Kishan (wicketkeeper), Abhishek Sharma, Tilak Varma, Suryakumar Yadav (captain), Rinku Singh, Hardik Pandya, Shivam Dube, Axar Patel, Varun Chakaravarthy, Arshdeep Singh, and Mohammed Siraj. Representing the USA were Saiteja Mukkamalla, Andries Gous (wicketkeeper), Monank Patel (captain), Milind Kumar, Sanjay Krishnamurthi, Harmeet Singh, Shubham Ranjane, Mohammad Mohsin, Shadley van Schalkwyk, Saurabh Netravalkar, and Ali Khan. These players showcased their skills on the grand stage, contributing to the thrilling contest.
