Netherlands vs. Bangladesh Match Highlights
In a thrilling encounter at the Eden Gardens on October 28th, the Netherlands secured a resounding victory, defeating Bangladesh by 87 runs in the ongoing ICC World Cup 2023.
Bangladesh’s batsmen struggled to withstand the Dutch bowling attack, managing only 142 runs before they were all out. The Bangladeshi side couldn’t build substantial partnerships, with only Mehidy Hasan Miraz (35), Mahmudullah (20), and Mustafizur Rahman (20) making notable contributions. The Dutch bowlers were relentless, with Paul van Meekeren claiming 4 wickets, Bas de Leede taking 2, and Colin Ackermann, Logan van Beek, and Aryan Dutt each securing one.
The Netherlands, after winning the toss and choosing to bat first, posted a total of 229 runs, losing all their wickets to the Bangladeshi bowlers. Skipper Scott Edwards led the way with an impressive 68, while Wesley Barresi added a crucial 41 to the scoreboard. For Bangladesh, Shoriful Islam, Taskin Ahmed, Mustafizur Rahman, and Mahedi Hasan claimed two wickets each, and Skipper Shakib Al Hasan chipped in with one.
Both the Netherlands and Bangladesh had similar journeys in the tournament, each winning just one of their five matches. The Netherlands had failed to maintain their momentum following a famous win over South Africa, while Bangladesh struggled to secure a victory after a strong start against Afghanistan.
Bangladesh, missing their captain Shakib al-Hasan for most of the tournament, needed to regroup and improve in both batting and bowling. Their shortcomings were exposed in a recent match against South Africa, where they conceded 382 runs and were dismissed for a mere 233.
On the other hand, the Netherlands aimed to recover from a heavy defeat to five-time world champion Australia. Facing the Australian batting onslaught, they allowed 399 runs, and their own batting lineup was shaky, getting bowled out for just 90 runs.
Here are the playing XIs for Bangladesh and the Netherlands:
Netherlands Playing XI:
Vikramjit Singh
Max O’Dowd
Wesley Barresi
Colin Ackermann
Scott Edwards (c/w)
Bas de Leede
Sybrand Engelbrecht
Logan van Beek
Shariz Ahmad
Aryan Dutt
Paul van Meekeren
Bangladesh Playing XI:
Tanzid Hasan
Litton Das
Najmul Hossain Shanto
Shakib Al Hasan (c)
Mushfiqur Rahim (w/k)
Mahmudullah
Mehidy Hasan Miraz
Mahedi Hasan
Taskin Ahmed
Mustafizur Rahman
Shoriful Islam
Key Highlights of the Match:
First Innings:
1. Scott Edwards won the toss and elected to bat at the Eden Gardens in Kolkata.
2. Bangladesh’s Shoriful Islam and Taskin Ahmed struck early, reducing the Dutch side to 4 for 2.
3. Colin Ackermann and Wesley Barresi steadied the Netherlands with a solid partnership, taking them past the 50-run mark.
4. Mustafizur and Shakib dismissed Ackermann and Barresi in quick succession, putting the Netherlands in a difficult position.
5. Bas de Leede and Scott Edwards tried to build another partnership to set a competitive total.
6. The Netherlands reached 85 runs in 20 overs while losing 4 wickets, with Edwards and de Leede stabilizing the innings.
7. The Dutch team reached the 100-run mark in approximately 25 overs, thanks to skipper Edwards and Bas de Leede.
8. Bas de Leede was dismissed for 17 after a partnership with skipper Edwards was broken.
9. The Netherlands concluded their innings at 229 runs, having lost all their wickets, setting a target of 230 for Bangladesh.
10. Skipper Scott Edwards (68) and Wesley Barresi (41) were the top run-scorers.
11. For Bangladesh, Shoriful Islam, Taskin Ahmed, Mustafizur Rahman, and Mahedi Hasan each took two wickets, and skipper Shakib Al Hasan claimed one.
Bangladesh Innings:
Bangladesh lost to Litton Das and Tanzid Hasan in the fourth and sixth overs.
Najmul Hossain Shanto was dismissed on the last ball of the 12th over.
Bangladesh reached 50 runs in 12.3 overs (75 balls).
Shakib Al Hasan departed on the last ball of the 16th over.
Mehidy Hasan Miraz was dismissed on the fifth ball of the 17th over.
Mushfiqur Rahim lost his wicket in the fourth delivery of the 18th over. Bangladesh reached 100 runs in 27.3 overs (165 balls).
Mahedi Hasan lost his wicket in the 29.4 over, while Mahmudullah departed in the 32.3 over. Mustafizur Rahman was dismissed on the last ball of the 42nd over, and Taskin Ahmed followed in the 42.2nd delivery.
Bangladesh was all out for 142 runs, falling short by 87 runs.
Paul van Meekeren took four wickets for the Netherlands, while Bas de Leede picked two, and Colin Ackermann, Logan van Beek, and Aryan Dutt claimed one each.
Paul van Meekeren was named the ‘Player of the Match.
