Netherlands Secure Historic Qualification In Women’s T20 World Cup
The Netherlands secured a spot in the T20 World Cup for the first time, staying unbeaten in their group.
Published : January 28, 2026 at 7:53 PM IST
Hyderabad: The Netherlands scripted history on Wednesday by securing a berth in the Women’s T20 World Cup for the first time in the tournament's history. The team secured their qualification with a win over the USA in a rain-affected game in the European Qualifiers match hosted in Kirtipur, Nepal. After topping their group, the Netherlands continued their winning momentum, beating the USA and ensuring a berth in the marquee tournament. Also, the players were seen celebrating their historic achievement in a unique style by sliding on the covers, which were on the pitch to protect it from rain.
The Netherlands beat the USA by 21 runs by DLS
The USA opted to bat first after winning the toss, but was restricted to a low total by the opposition bowlers. Gargi Bhogle (36) and Isani Vaghela (32 Not Out) were the only two players who looked comfortable at the crease. However, five players managed to score only in single digits. Hannah Landheer was the pick of the bowlers, taking three wickets.
Netherlands are all set to make their first-ever appearance in the ICC Women's T20 World Cup 🤩#T20WorldCup pic.twitter.com/qUhCLLNVgf
— ICC (@ICC) January 28, 2026
In response, the Netherlands were cruising towards the target 90 for two in 12 overs, but a rain interruption halted the play, which didn’t resume again. The Dutch were ahead of the DLS par score at the moment, and so they were declared as eventual winners.
Unbeaten in the group stage
The Netherlands were unbeaten in the group stage of the Global tournament Qualifiers. They beat Zimbabwe, Scotland, Nepal, and Thailand to top Group B. The team then beat the USA in the first Super Six match to confirm the qualification, with two matches yet to go against Ireland and Bangladesh.
Netherlands are all set to make their first-ever appearance in the ICC Women's T20 World Cup 🤩#T20WorldCup pic.twitter.com/EOMdov4Nyy
— T20 World Cup (@T20WorldCup) January 28, 2026
12 Teams in the World Cup
The tournament, starting from June 12 in England and Wales, will feature a total of 12 teams in the competition. 10 teams have qualified for the event with Scotland, Ireland, the USA and Thailand battling it out for the last two teams. England, Australia, India, New Zealand, South Africa, West Indies, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh and the Netherlands have already qualified for the global event.
