The Netherlands will compete in Group A of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 alongside India, Pakistan, United States and Namibia, placing them in a high-profile and competitive group. Led by Scott Edwards, the Dutch side will rely on their strong all-round core, smart bowling combinations and recent big-match experience against top teams. Crucial group-stage encounters against the associate sides and at least one upset against a major nation could define the Netherlands’ chances of advancing to the knockout rounds.
Netherlands Upcoming Matches in T20 World Cup 2026
Pakistan
Netherlands
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Match starts at Feb 07, 11am IST
11am IST | 10:30am PKT | 12:30am EST | 5:30am GMT | 11am LOCAL
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Netherlands
Namibia
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Match starts at Feb 10, 11am IST
11am IST | 10:30am PKT | 12:30am EST | 5:30am GMT | 11am LOCAL
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United States of America
Netherlands
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Match starts at Feb 13, 7pm IST
7pm IST | 6:30pm PKT | 8:30am EST | 1:30pm GMT | 7pm LOCAL
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India
Netherlands
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Match starts at Feb 18, 7pm IST
7pm IST | 6:30pm PKT | 8:30am EST | 1:30pm GMT | 7pm LOCAL
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Updated Squad of Netherlands for T20 World Cup
Max O’Dowd and Zach Lion Cachet provide stability and intent at the top of the order for the Netherlands. The all-round unit adds depth and balance through dependable batting all-rounders Colin Ackermann, Bas de Leede, and Michael Levitt, while bowling all-round support comes from Timm van der Gugten and Saqib Zulfiqar. The wicket-keeping department is led by Scott Edwards (Captain), with additional backing from Noah Croes. The bowling attack features a strong mix of pace and control through Logan van Beek, Aryan Dutt, Fred Klaassen, Kyle Klein, Paul van Meekeren, and the experienced Roelof van der Merwe, giving the side variety across conditions.
Scott Edwards (Captain), Max O’Dowd, Zach Lion Cachet, Colin Ackermann, Bas de Leede, Michael Levitt, Timm van der Gugten, Saqib Zulfiqar, Noah Croes, Logan van Beek, Aryan Dutt, Fred Klaassen, Kyle Klein, Paul van Meekeren, Roelof van der Merwe