Netherlands Announces Squad for ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026. The Netherlands have announced their squad for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026, starting next month. The tournament will run from February to March 2026 in India and Sri Lanka. The Dutch selectors have focused on experience and balance.
Wicketkeeper-batter Scott Edwards will lead the side. Edwards has been the Netherlands’ most reliable batter in recent ICC events. He scored over 1,500 runs in T20 internationals at an average close to 30. His calm leadership has helped the team upset stronger opponents.
Batting unit looks promising
The batting unit looks settled and flexible. Max O’Dowd remains the first-choice opener. He has scored more than 1,300 T20I runs for the Netherlands. Noah Croes and Michael Levitt provide depth in the middle order. Levitt struck his maiden T20I century in 2024. All-rounders form the backbone of the squad.
Bas de Leede is the standout name. He has over 1,000 T20I runs and more than 40 wickets. Colin Ackermann adds power-hitting and off-spin options. Veteran Roelof van der Merwe brings huge experience. He has played over 300 T20 matches worldwide.
The bowling attack suits Asian conditions well. Aryan Dutt will lead the spin department. He has an economy rate below seven in T20 internationals. Saqib Zulfiqar offers control and batting depth. Paul van Meekeren and Logan van Beek add pace and bounce. Van Beek has taken key wickets in ICC tournaments. Fred Klaassen, Kyle Klein and Timm van der Gugten complete the pace unit.
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The Netherlands has grown steadily in world cricket. They defeated England in the 2009 T20 World Cup. They also beat South Africa in the 2022 T20 World Cup. In the 2023 ODI World Cup, they won two league matches. Conditions in India and Sri Lanka will test adaptability. Spin-friendly pitches and slow outfields are expected. The Dutch squad has players experienced in franchise leagues. The Netherlands will target Super 8 qualification. Another famous upset could make headlines again.
Netherlands squad for T20 World Cup 2026:
Noah Croes, Max O’Dowd, Michael Levitt, Scott Edwards (c & wk), Colin Ackermann, Bas de Leede, Zach Lion-Cachet, Saqib Zulfiqar, Roelof van der Merwe, Aryan Dutt, Fred Klaassen, Kyle Klein, Paul van Meekeren, Timm van der Gugten, Logan van Beek.