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Netherlands Cricket World Cup 2023 Reflective Review

The 2023 ICC Cricket World Cup in India was a momentous chapter for the Netherlands national cricket team. Though they finished at the bottom of the table in the group stage, their performance was filled with proud milestones and signs of promise for the future.

Road to the World Cup

The Dutch secured their spot through a dramatic Qualifier campaign. In a must‑win match against Scotland, Bas de Leede delivered a remarkable all‑round performance—scoring 123 and taking 5/52—becoming only the fourth man in men’s ODI history to score a century and take five wickets in the same match .

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Logan van Beek starred in a tense Super Six clash against West Indies. He scored a record 30 off six in the super‑over and then defended it by taking two wickets—leading Netherlands to a memorable win .

These victories propelled the Dutch into the World Cup, their first appearance since 2011 .

World Cup Group Stage cricket

The Netherlands contested nine matches in the group stage, earning 4 points but finishing 10th out of 10 teams .

Despite the overall result, two wins stood out:

Against South Africa in Dharamshala, Netherlands pulled off one of the biggest upsets in ODI World Cup history. Captain Scott Edwards smashed an unbeaten 78 off 69, while the bowlers dismantled South Africa’s batting line up early .
Against Bangladesh at Eden Gardens, Edwards again starred with 68 off 89, helping set a target that the bowlers defended superbly, dismissing Bangladesh for just 142—an emphatic 87‑run win .

In contrast, their opening game against Pakistan ended in an 81‑run defeat, though Bas de Leede impressed with both bat (67) and ball (4/62) .

They also suffered a heavy loss to India—who posted 410, leaving Netherlands to fall short in their final group match .

Key Players and Impact cricket

Scott Edwards was central—leading the side with consistent batting performances and fine captaincy. He propelled both famous wins for the Netherlands and anchored their batting in various matches .
Bas de Leede continued his fine form from qualifiers into the World Cup—scoring 67 and taking four wickets in the opening game, and later becoming the Netherlands’ all‑time leading wicket‑taker in a single World Cup edition .
Logan van Beek played a vital role with his late‑game heroics and breakthroughs with both bat and ball .
Sybrand Engelbrecht finished the tournament as the team’s highest run‑getter with 300 runs, symbolizing the impact of newer talents . (Internal link placeholder: [Sybrand Engelbrecht profile page])

Despite batting failures, the Netherlands ended the tournament as the best catching side—dropping just six chances across all matches .

Looking Ahead cricket

Although the team bowed out in the group stage, their achievements earned widespread respect:

Their upsets over South Africa and Bangladesh proved they can compete with established sides .
The tournament has provided valuable exposure and momentum. The board now faces the task of leveraging this—through improved infrastructure and scheduling more fixtures against top teams .

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For full match statistics and scorecards, visit ESPN Cricinfo (external).

Final Thoughts

The Netherlands’ World Cup journey in 2023 wasn’t just about results—it was a testament to grit, passion, and growth. From dramatic qualifiers to stunning upsets on cricket’s biggest stage, they showed that associate nations can inspire—even if World Cup glory remains a distant dream. For Dutch cricket, the future is brighter because of this campaign.

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