Netherlands Set to Prepare for World Cup at Camp in Bengaluru
Surprise Qualifiers Organize Pre-World Cup Camp
The Netherlands cricket team, making an impressive comeback to the World Cup after missing the last two editions, is all set to gear up for the tournament with a 12-day camp near Bengaluru. The camp, organized jointly by the Netherlands Cricket and the Karnataka State Cricket Association (KSCA), will be held at the Alur facility from September 19 to October 1, with a possibility of extension from the first week of September.
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Surprising the cricket world, the Scot Edwards-led Dutch side secured their spot in the October 5-November 19 World Cup by outperforming strong full member teams like the West Indies and Zimbabwe. They clinched a must-win qualifier game against Scotland in Bulawayo, Zimbabwe, thanks to Bas de Leede's remarkable performance, taking five wickets and scoring 123 runs.
The Dutch cricket officials expressed their elation on the team's achievement, having defied all odds and qualifying amidst the presence of numerous Full Members. This will mark their fifth appearance in an ODI World Cup since their participation in the 1996, 2003, 2007, and 2011 editions.
The Netherlands will commence their World Cup campaign with a match against Pakistan on October 6 in Hyderabad. Subsequently, they are scheduled to face New Zealand in Hyderabad on October 9, South Africa on October 17 in Dharamsala, Sri Lanka on October 21 in Lucknow, Australia in Delhi on October 25, Bangladesh in Kolkata on October 28, Afghanistan in Lucknow on November 3, England in Pune on November 8, and, finally, the hosts India on November 11 in Bengaluru.
It is important to note that the schedule of a few games may undergo changes until the Board of Control for Cricket in India and the International Cricket Council (ICC) release the final program of the World Cup. The Dutch team aims to capitalize on their impressive form during the pre-World Cup camp and create a stir in the tournament, surprising cricket enthusiasts worldwide.
