In a thrilling match on February 15, 2026, the United States of America (USA) secured a vital 31-run victory over Namibia in the ICC T20 World Cup, bolstering their Super 8 aspirations. The USA set a formidable target of 200 runs, finishing their innings at 199 for 4, with standout performances from captain Monank Patel, who scored 52 off 30 balls, and Sanjay Krishnamurthi, who delivered an explosive unbeaten 68 off just 33 deliveries, including six sixes and four fours. Patel praised his team's character, stating, "We wanted to get off to a good start and then capitalize on it," reflecting on their strategy. This victory not only marked the USA's highest-ever T20 World Cup total, surpassing their previous best of 197 against Canada, but also provided a crucial boost to their net run rate, which could be vital in the tournament's final stages.