Dutch Women’s Cricket Squad Announced for ICC Women’s T20 World Cup Global Qualifier in Nepal

National women's coach, Neil MacRae: "We have selected an experienced squad for the ICC Women's T20 World Cup Global Qualifier in Nepal. Having produced some strong performances in the recent ICC Emerging Nations Tournament in Thailand, the squad is excited about the opportunity to qualify for the ICC Women's T20 World Cup."

The Netherlands earned their place in the global qualifier after finishing second in the 2025 Division One Europe Qualifier, securing one of Europe’s two qualification spots. Ten teams will compete in Nepal for four World Cup tickets. The T20 World Cup itself will be played in England from June 12 to July 5, 2026. There will be twelve participants: eight top nations and four qualifiers.

Recent performances have strengthened the team’s reputation. The Dutch women produced several strong results late in 2025, including a third-place finish in a competitive tournament in Thailand. They enter Nepal as a confident contender for a top four finish and a ticket to the World Cup in England. A further boost comes as Heather Siegers has received leave from her employer, ensuring her availability for this crucial qualification campaign. 

Netherlands Women’s Squad

Babette de Leede (captain, wicketkeeper)

Caroline de Lange

Frédérique Overdijk

Hannah Landheer

Heather Siegers

Iris Zwilling

Isabel van der Woning

Lara Leemhuis

Merel Dekeling

Myrthe van den Raad

Phebe Molkenboer

Robine Rijke

Sanya Khurana

Silver Siegers

Sterre Kalis
 

Netherlands Fixtures – Group Stage (Group B)

18 January 2026 – Netherlands vs Zimbabwe (TU Ground)

20 January 2026 – Netherlands vs Scotland (TU Ground)

22 January 2026 – Nepal vs Netherlands (TU Ground)

26 January 2026 – Netherlands vs Thailand (Upper Mulpani Ground)