Introduction
T20 World Cup on October 08, 2023 – Full Scorecard
The T20 World Cup match between New Zealand National Cricket Team vs Netherlands National Cricket Team Match Scorecard featured thrilling performances from both teams. New Zealand, a consistent powerhouse in cricket, sought to dominate the match against the Netherlands, who were eager to prove their mettle on the international stage. This match was crucial for both teams in their pursuit of glory in the tournament.
Match Overview of New Zealand National Cricket Team vs Netherlands National Cricket Team Match Scorecard
New Zealand batted first and posted an impressive total, capitalizing on solid partnerships and aggressive batting in the latter stages of their innings. The Netherlands, chasing a daunting target, faced challenges against a disciplined New Zealand bowling attack.
Venue of the New Zealand National Cricket Team vs Netherlands National Cricket Team Match Scorecard
- Stadium: Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Uppal, Hyderabad
- Match Day: October 8, 2023
- Toss: Netherlands, elected to field first
Squad of Both Teams
- New Zealand:
- Devon Conway
- Will Young
- Rachin Ravindra
- Daryl Mitchell
- Tom Latham (C)
- Glenn Phillips
- Mark Chapman
- Mitchell Santner
- Matt Henry
- Trent Boult
- Lockie Ferguson
- Netherlands:
- Vikramjit Singh
- Max O’Dowd
- Colin Ackermann
- Bas de Leede
- Teja Nidamanuru
- Scott Edwards (C)
- Sybrand Engelbrecht
- Roelof van der Merwe
- Ryan Klein
- Aryan Dutt
- Paul van Meekeren
New Zealand Innings (50 Overs Maximum)
| Batting | R | B | M | 4s | 6s | SR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Devon Conway | 32 | 40 | 51 | 5 | 1 | 80.00 |
| Will Young | 70 | 80 | 106 | 7 | 2 | 87.50 |
| Rachin Ravindra | 51 | 51 | 87 | 3 | 1 | 100.00 |
| Daryl Mitchell | 48 | 47 | 67 | 5 | 2 | 102.12 |
| Tom Latham (C) | 53 | 46 | 72 | 6 | 1 | 115.21 |
| Glenn Phillips | 4 | 4 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 100.00 |
| Mark Chapman | 5 | 13 | 11 | 0 | 0 | 38.46 |
| Mitchell Santner | 36* | 17 | 25 | 3 | 2 | 211.76 |
| Matt Henry | 10* | 4 | 6 | 0 | 1 | 250.00 |
Extras: (lb 3, nb 2, w 8) 13
Total: 322/7 in 50 overs
Fall of Wickets: 1-67 (Devon Conway), 2-144 (Will Young), 3-185 (Rachin Ravindra), 4-238 (Daryl Mitchell), 5-247 (Glenn Phillips), 6-254 (Mark Chapman), 7-293 (Tom Latham)
Bowling Analysis
| Bowler | O | M | R | W | ECON | 0s | 4s | 6s | WD | NB |
| Aryan Dutt | 10 | 2 | 62 | 2 | 6.2 | 31 | 3 | 3 | 1 | 0 |
| Ryan Klein | 7 | 1 | 41 | 0 | 5.85 | 25 | 7 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Paul van Meekeren | 9 | 0 | 59 | 2 | 6.55 | 28 | 7 | 2 | 0 | 1 |
| Roelof van der Merwe | 9 | 0 | 56 | 2 | 6.22 | 20 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Colin Ackermann | 4 | 0 | 28 | 0 | 7 | 9 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Bas de Leede | 10 | 0 | 64 | 1 | 6.4 | 28 | 6 | 2 | 0 | 1 |
| Vikramjit Singh | 1 | 0 | 9 | 0 | 9 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Netherlands Innings (Target: 323 Runs)
| Batting | R | B | M | 4s | 6s | SR |
| Vikramjit Singh | 12 | 20 | 22 | 1 | 0 | 60 |
| Max O’Dowd | 16 | 31 | 40 | 2 | 0 | 51.61 |
| Colin Ackermann | 69 | 73 | 98 | 5 | 0 | 94.52 |
| Bas de Leede | 18 | 25 | 21 | 3 | 0 | 72 |
| Teja Nidamanuru | 21 | 26 | 28 | 2 | 1 | 80.76 |
| Scott Edwards (C) | 30 | 27 | 37 | 2 | 1 | 111.11 |
| Sybrand Engelbrecht | 29 | 34 | 55 | 3 | 0 | 85.29 |
| Roelof van der Merwe | 1 | 6 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 16.66 |
| Ryan Klein | 8 | 15 | 23 | 0 | 0 | 53.33 |
| Aryan Dutt | 11 | 20 | 19 | 0 | 1 | 55 |
| Paul van Meekeren (not out) | 4 | 3 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 133.33 |
Extras: (lb 1, nb 1, w 2) 4
Total: 223 all out in 46.3 overs
Fall of Wickets: 1-21, 2-43, 3-67, 4-117, 5-157, 6-174, 7-180, 8-198, 9-218, 10-223
Bowling Analysis
| Bowler | O | M | R | W | ECON | 0s | 4s | 6s | WD | NB |
| Trent Boult | 8 | 0 | 34 | 0 | 4.25 | 29 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Matt Henry | 8.3 | 0 | 40 | 3 | 4.7 | 29 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Mitchell Santner | 10 | 0 | 59 | 5 | 5.9 | 30 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Lockie Ferguson | 8 | 0 | 32 | 0 | 4 | 31 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Rachin Ravindra | 10 | 0 | 46 | 1 | 4.6 | 30 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Glenn Phillips | 2 | 0 | 11 | 0 | 5.5 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Key Performance of the Match
- Highest Run Scorer: Will Young – 70 runs off 80 balls
- Best Bowler: Mitchell Santner – 5 wickets for 59 runs
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Conclusion
In the end, New Zealand showcased their strength and depth in both batting and bowling, successfully defending a formidable total of 322 runs. Key contributions from Will Young, Rachin Ravindra, and Tom Latham set a solid foundation, while Mitchell Santner’s exceptional bowling performance, claiming five wickets, was instrumental in dismantling the Netherlands’ batting lineup.
Despite a valiant effort from Colin Ackermann, who scored 69 runs, the Netherlands struggled to keep pace with the required run rate and were ultimately bowled out for 223 runs. This match not only highlighted New Zealand’s capability as a title contender in the T20 World Cup but also provided valuable experience for the Netherlands as they faced a top-tier team. As both teams continue in the tournament, New Zealand secured two crucial points, while the Netherlands will look to regroup and improve in their upcoming matches.
