Pakistan kicked off their ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 campaign with a nervy three-wicket win over the Netherlands in Colombo, holding their nerve to chase down 148 with three balls to spare in a gripping Group A opener at the SSC.
Bangladesh women wrapped up their ICC Women’s T20 World Cup Qualifiers campaign in style, cruising to a seven-wicket victory over the Netherlands on Sunday despite having already sealed qualification with two matches to spare.
Dutch fast bowler Kyle Klein has expressed his strong desire to feature in the Bangladesh Premier League (BPL). The 24-year-old, who recently impressed against Bangladesh with three wickets in the third T20I, believes the franchise league would be a perfect stage to further test his skills.
Bangladesh reached three Asia Cup finals from 2012 to 2018 but have struggled since, failing even to clear the group stage at times. Captain Litton Das says his side is determined to change that in the upcoming edition.
The opening T20I between Bangladesh and the Netherlands at Sylhet International stadium was abandoned due to persistent rain, denying both teams a result after Bangladesh had posted 164 for 4 in 18.2 overs. Bangladesh won the series 2-0.
Bangladesh captain Litton Das stole the spotlight with a brilliant innings against the Netherlands, drawing praise not only from his own teammates but also from the opposition camp.
Bangladesh made a commanding start to the three-match T20I series, beating the Netherlands by eight wickets to go 1–0 up. Taskin Ahmed led from the front with the ball, while skipper Litton Das anchored the chase with a responsible half-century to seal the win.
Bangladesh made a winning start to the three-match T20I series with a commanding 8-wicket victory over the Netherlands in Sylhet.
Netherlands head coach Ryan Cook has sent out a bold message ahead of their three-match T20I series against Bangladesh in Sylhet, reminding everyone of their World Cup win against the Tigers. Despite missing several first-choice players, the Dutch remain confident of challenging the Tigers on their home turf.
After a three-week training camp, Bangladesh are set to face the Netherlands in a three-match T20 series. The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) quickly arranged this contest to ensure the team’s preparations for the upcoming Asia Cup remain on track.
Bangladesh will begin their three-match T20I series against the Netherlands this Saturday. Ahead of the contest, the Tigers are approaching the challenge with caution. A slip-up against a so-called “smaller team” like the Netherlands could bring heavy criticism their way.
The prestigious Asia Cup is knocking at the door, and the Bangladesh T20 side, led by Litton Das, has spent the past month in preparation. Ahead of the big stage, the Netherlands have arrived in Dhaka for a three-match series.