Netherlands Squad for T20 World Cup 2024 USA: The Netherlands has announced their squad for the upcoming ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024, with some notable exclusions and replacements. Veteran all-rounder Roelof van der Merwe and key batter Colin Ackermann have been omitted from the squad. In their places, selectors have opted for more youthful choices, including left-arm spinner Tim Pringle and hard-hitting opener Michael Levitt. While the absence of experienced players like van der Merwe and Ackermann may be felt, the inclusion of promising youngsters indicates the Netherlands’ commitment to nurturing talent and evolving as a cricketing nation.
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Netherlands T20 Cricket World Cup Squad 2024
Scott Edwards retaining his role as the captain of the Netherlands for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 highlights the team’s continuity in leadership. Edwards, a wicket-keeper batter, brings experience and stability to the captaincy role, having previously led the team.
Alongside Edwards, star all-rounder Bas de Leede emerges as a key player for the Dutch side. De Leede’s versatility with both bat and ball makes him a vital asset, capable of making significant contributions in all facets of the game. Here is the complete list of Team Players:
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Player Name |
Role |
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Scott Edwards (c) |
Wk Batsman |
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Aryan Dutt |
Bowler |
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Bas de Leede |
All-rounder |
|
Daniel Doram |
Bowler |
|
Fred Klaassen |
Bowler |
|
Logan van Beek |
Bowler |
|
Max O’Dowd |
Batsman |
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Michael Levitt |
Batsman |
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Paul van Meekeren |
Bowler |
|
Sybrand Engelbrecht |
All-rounder |
|
Teja Nidamanuru |
All-rounder |
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Tim Pringle |
All-rounder |
|
Vikram Singh |
Batsman |
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Viv Kingma |
Bowler |
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Wesley Barresi |
Wk Batsman |
|
Travelling reserve |
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Kyle Klein |
Bowler |
The Netherlands will kick off their ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 campaign with a match against Nepal on June 4 at Grand Prairie Stadium in Dallas. This opening encounter presents an opportunity for the European side to start their tournament on a positive note and set the tone for their campaign.
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The Netherlands will aim to build on their previous successes in the T20 World Cup, particularly their impressive performance in the last edition where they caused memorable upsets, including a victory over South Africa during the Super 12 stage. Such victories serve as a testament to the Netherlands’ potential to compete with and defeat higher-ranked teams on the global stage.
NOTE: The deadline of May 25th allows all participating teams in the T20 World Cup to change their squads freely. After this date, any alterations to the squad will necessitate approval from the ICC’s Event Technical Committee. This deadline ensures clarity and stability in team compositions leading up to the tournament, while also allowing for flexibility in case of unforeseen circumstances such as injuries or changes in form. Boards must carefully evaluate their squads and make any necessary adjustments before the deadline to ensure they have the best possible lineup for the T20 World Cup.
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