Netherlands Squad Announced for World Cup Qualifiers in NAM

Netherlands Ready for World Cup Qualifiers in Namibia

The Netherlands men’s cricket team is set to embark on a crucial series of matches as part of the Cricket World Cup League 2, aiming to secure a place in the 2027 ICC Cricket World Cup. Head coach Ryan Cook has announced the squad for the upcoming fixtures, with the team set to take on CAN and NAM in a four-match series from March 5 to 13 in Windhoek, Namibia. These matches will play a significant role in determining NED’s pathway to the global tournament.

Coach Ryan Cook Confident in Preparation

Speaking ahead of the series, national coach Ryan Cook expressed his confidence in the squad’s ability to perform under varying conditions. “We are looking forward to our first WCL2 fixtures of 2025 in NAM. We have been able to assemble a well-balanced squad which will be able to adapt to the conditions and opposition we face. The squad has put in extensive preparation in NED over the winter and during a camp in Cape Town in February, which has seen some great improvements, and the team is ready to meet the challenges ahead,” Cook stated.

With the top four teams from the eight participating nations set to advance to the final qualifying tournament for the World Cup, these matches hold significant importance. A strong performance here could place NED in a commanding position for qualification.

Squad Announcement

The squad for the NAM series includes a mix of experienced players and emerging talents, with key players like Scott Edwards, Bas de Leede, and Colin Ackermann expected to lead from the front.

• Colin Ackermann (Durham)

• Noah Croes (Voorburg)

• Bas de Leede (Durham)

• Aryan Dutt (Hermes DVS)

• Scott Edwards (captain & wicketkeeper) (Kampong)

• Viv Kingma (Voorburg)

• Fred Klaassen (Kent)

• Kyle Klein (HBS)

• Michael Levitt (Voorburg)

• Zach Lion-Cachet (Sussex)

• Teja Nidamanuru (VRA)

• Max O’Dowd (Kampong)

• Vikram Singh (VRA)

• Timm van der Gugten (Glamorgan)

• Paul van Meekeren (Rood en Wit)

Upcoming Fixtures

The NED team will face CAN and NAM in four crucial encounters, with all matches scheduled at the Wanderers Sports Club in Windhoek.

• March 5, 2025 (08:30 CET): NED vs CAN

• March 7, 2025 (08:30 CET): NED vs NAM

• March 11, 2025 (08:30 CET): NED vs CAN

• March 13, 2025 (08:30 CET): NED vs NAM

As the competition heats up, NED will need to bring their best game against two formidable opponents. NAM, playing in home conditions, will be a tough challenge, while CAN has shown strong performances in past tournaments.

The Road to the 2027 Cricket World Cup

With the World Cup set to take place in SA, NAM, and ZIM, the journey to qualification is intense. The top four teams from WCL2 will advance to the final qualification round, making these matches in Windhoek critical for NED’s chances. With a blend of experience and youth, the squad will be aiming to make a strong statement in their quest for a place in the World Cup.

Final Thoughts

The upcoming matches against CAN and NAM will be a crucial test for the Dutch squad as they look to continue their progress in the CWC League 2. With a well-prepared squad and a determined mindset, NED will be keen to start 2025 with a strong performance on the road to the World Cup. Cricket fans will be eagerly watching as the team takes on this challenge, knowing that each match brings them one step closer to the ultimate goal qualification for the ICC Cricket World Cup 2027.