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The India National Cricket Team Vs Netherlands National Cricket Team Matches have produced a small but interesting chapter in international cricket. While India has traditionally entered these contests as one of the world’s strongest teams, the Netherlands has used every meeting as an opportunity to challenge elite opposition and gain valuable experience on the global stage. Most of their encounters have taken place during ICC tournaments, making each match meaningful despite the limited head-to-head history. This article covers every meeting between the two sides, their overall record, memorable performances, major statistics, standout players, tournament history, and frequently asked questions, giving cricket fans a complete overview of this international rivalry.
Head-to-Head Record
India and the Netherlands have met only in One Day Internationals (ODIs), with every contest taking place in ICC Cricket World Cup tournaments.
| Format | Matches | India Won | Netherlands Won | No Result |
| ODI | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| T20I | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Test | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Overall | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
India has maintained a perfect winning record, but the Netherlands has consistently viewed these games as opportunities to measure itself against one of cricket’s biggest powers.
Match Timeline
| Year | Tournament | Venue | Winner |
| 2003 | ICC Cricket World Cup | Paarl | India |
| 2011 | ICC Cricket World Cup | Delhi | India |
| 2023 | ICC Cricket World Cup | Bengaluru | India |
Each meeting reflects a different era of Indian cricket, from the rise of a young generation in 2003 to India’s dominant World Cup campaign in 2023.
Memorable Encounters
2003 World Cup – India’s disciplined victory
India entered the tournament under pressure after losing its opening match. Against the Netherlands, the batting struggled on a difficult surface, but disciplined bowling secured a comfortable win. This match helped India regain confidence before an impressive run to the World Cup final.
2011 World Cup – Yuvraj Singh leads the chase
The Netherlands produced a spirited bowling performance in Delhi, restricting India’s top order early. However, Yuvraj Singh’s calm unbeaten innings guided India home, continuing the momentum that eventually led to India’s World Cup triumph.
2023 World Cup – India finishes the league stage unbeaten
India produced one of its most complete performances in Bengaluru. The batting lineup delivered another massive total before the bowlers dominated, ensuring India entered the knockout stage with nine consecutive victories.
Tournament Meetings
| Tournament | Matches | India Wins | Netherlands Wins |
| ICC Cricket World Cup 2003 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| ICC Cricket World Cup 2011 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
The World Cup has been the only stage where these nations have crossed paths. Every encounter has carried extra significance because tournament points and momentum were at stake.
Match-by-Match Results
| Date | Venue | Result |
| 12 February 2003 | Paarl | India won by 68 runs |
| 9 March 2011 | Delhi | India won by 5 wickets |
| 12 November 2023 | Bengaluru | India won by 160 runs |
These matches show India’s consistency across two decades while highlighting the Netherlands’ continued qualification for cricket’s biggest event.
Major Records
| Record | Achievement |
| Most Wins | India (3) |
| Netherlands Wins | 0 |
| Highest Team Total | India – 410/4 (2023) |
| Lowest Netherlands Total | 136 (2003) |
| Largest Victory Margin | India by 160 runs (2023) |
These numbers underline India’s superiority, particularly in batting depth and bowling quality.
Best Batting Performances
| Player | Team | Runs | Match |
| Shreyas Iyer | India | 128* | 2023 World Cup |
| KL Rahul | India | 102 | 2023 World Cup |
| Yuvraj Singh | India | 51* | 2011 World Cup |
| Sachin Tendulkar | India | 52 | 2003 World Cup |
| Teja Nidamanuru | Netherlands | 54 | 2023 World Cup |
Shreyas Iyer’s unbeaten century came during India’s explosive finish in Bengaluru, while KL Rahul reached one of the fastest World Cup hundreds by an Indian. Teja Nidamanuru’s half-century stood out as one of the Netherlands’ brightest moments against elite opposition.
Best Bowling Performances
| Player | Team | Figures |
| Jasprit Bumrah | India | 2/33 |
| Mohammed Siraj | India | 2/29 |
| Ravindra Jadeja | India | 2 wickets |
| Ashish Nehra | India | 2 wickets |
| Tim de Leede | Netherlands | 2 wickets |
India’s bowling attack has consistently controlled these contests through accuracy rather than relying on extraordinary individual spells.
Highest Team Totals
| Team | Score | Match |
| India | 410/4 | 2023 |
| India | 204 | 2003 |
| Netherlands | 250 | 2023 |
| Netherlands | 189 | 2011 |
India’s 410 represented one of the highest totals of the 2023 World Cup and demonstrated the strength of its middle order.
Lowest Team Totals
| Team | Score | Match |
| Netherlands | 136 | 2003 |
| Netherlands | 189 | 2011 |
| India | 191/5 (chase) | 2011 |
Recent Meetings
| Year | Result | Highlight |
| 2023 | India won by 160 runs | Shreyas Iyer and KL Rahul centuries |
| 2011 | India won by 5 wickets | Yuvraj Singh’s unbeaten fifty |
| 2003 | India won by 68 runs | Bowlers defended a modest total |
The recent matches illustrate India’s continued dominance while also showing the Netherlands’ gradual improvement in competing against top-ranked opposition.
Players Who Made an Impact
| Player | Team | Impact |
| Shreyas Iyer | India | Match-winning century in 2023 |
| KL Rahul | India | Rapid century accelerated India’s total |
| Yuvraj Singh | India | Guided successful chase in 2011 |
| Sachin Tendulkar | India | Important innings in 2003 |
| Teja Nidamanuru | Netherlands | Fighting half-century in 2023 |
| Tim de Leede | Netherlands | Valuable all-round contribution |
These performances represent defining moments across the three World Cup meetings.
Interesting Facts
Only World Cup meetings
Every official match between the two teams has taken place in an ICC Cricket World Cup.
Twenty-year rivalry
Although they have played only three matches, their meetings span two decades from 2003 to 2023.
India remains unbeaten
India has won every encounter, maintaining a perfect record.
Improving Dutch performances
The Netherlands has shown noticeable improvement with each successive World Cup appearance, producing stronger batting displays and more competitive bowling performances.
Final Thought
Although the rivalry has featured only three official matches, it reflects the global reach of modern cricket. India has showcased why it remains one of the sport’s most successful teams through disciplined bowling, powerful batting, and consistent performances in ICC tournaments. For the Netherlands, every meeting has provided valuable experience against world-class opposition and highlighted the nation’s steady rise in international cricket. As Dutch cricket continues to develop and qualify for major tournaments, future encounters promise to become even more competitive and entertaining.
