The ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 witnessed a thrilling match between Sri Lanka and the Netherlands on June 17, 2024, at the Daren Sammy National Cricket Stadium in St Lucia. Sri Lanka, despite being eliminated from the tournament, put up a strong performance to defeat the Netherlands by 83 runs, securing their first win of the tournament.
Sri Lanka’s Unchanged Playing XI
Sri Lanka fielded an unchanged playing XI, which included Pathum Nissanka, Kusal Mendies (WK), Kamindu Mendis, Dhananjaya de Silva, Charith Asalanka, Angelo Mathews, Dasun Shanaka, Wanindu Hasaranga (c), Maheesh Theekshana, Matheesha Pathirana, and Nuwan Thushara.
Netherland’s Unchanged Playing XI
The Netherlands also maintained their unchanged playing XI, comprising Michael Levitt, Max O’Dowd, Vikramjit Singh, Sybrand Engelbrecht, Scott Edwards (C/WK), Bas de Leede, Logan van Beek, Tim Pringle, Aryaan Dutt, Paul van Meekeren, and Vivian Kingma.
Toss and Start of the Match
The Netherlands won the toss and decided to bowl first. Vivan Kingma started the match with a full and outside-off delivery, which Pathum Nissanka failed to connect, resulting in a thick outside edge that Sybrand Engelbrecht caught beautifully at wide third men for a duck.
Sri Lanka’s Batting Performance
Sri Lanka’s batting performance was marked by a few notable contributions. Kusal Mendis and Kamindu Mendis put up a 45-run partnership before Mendis was dismissed. Angelo Mathews and Desun Skanaka added 34 runs together, but the rest of the batting lineup failed to capitalize on these partnerships. Sri Lanka managed to post a total of 173 runs in their 20 overs.
Netherlands’ Batting Performance
The Netherlands’ batting performance was marred by a lack of consistency. Despite a few decent partnerships, they were unable to build on them and were eventually bowled out for 90 runs in their 20 overs. The top-order batsman, including Michael Levitt and Max O’Dowd, failed to make significant contributions. The Netherlands’ batting performance was a major factor in their loss.
Key Performances
Wanidu Hasaranga, Sri Lanka’s captain, was impressive with the ball, taking 2 wickets. Nuwan Thushara also picked up 2 wickets, while Maheesh Theekshana and Matheesha Pathirana took 1 wicket each. For the Netherlands, Vivan Kingma was the most successful bowler, taking 3 wickets.
Match Highlights
The match was marked by several key moments. Pathum Nissanka’s early dismissal set the tone for Sri Lanka’s batting performance. The Netherlands’s batting lineup struggled to build partnerships and their inability to capitalize on the few decent starts they got ultimately led to their downfall. Sri Lanka’s bowling performance was solid, with several bowlers contributing to the team’s victory.
Conclusion
Sri Lanka’s win over the Netherlands marked their first victory of the tournament. Despite being eliminated from the competition, the team showed resilience and determination to secure a win. The Netherlands, on the other hand, continues to struggle, with their chances of making it to the Super 8 stage looking increasingly slim. The match highlighted the importance of consistent batting performances and the impact that a few key wickets can have on the outcome of a match.
Key Takeaways
- Sri Lanka secured their first win of the Tournament, defeating the Netherlands by 83 runs.
- The Netherlands’ batting performance was marked by a lack of consistency and failed to capitalize on decent starts.
- Sri Lanka’s bowling performance was solid, with several bowlers contributing to the team’s victory.
- The match highlighted the importance of consistent batting performances and the impact that a few key wickets can have on the outcome of a match.
Final Scorecard
Sri Lanka: 173/8 in 20 overs
Netherlands: 90 in 20 overs
Match Summary
Sri Lanka won by 83 runs.
Match highlights
- Pathum Nissanka was dismissed for a duck.
- Kusal Mendis and Kamindu Mendis put up a 45-run partnership.
- Angelo Mathews and Dasun Shanaka added 34 runs together.
- Wanindu Hasaranga took 2 wickets.
- Nuwan Thushara took 2 wickets
- Mahesh Theekshana and Matheesha Pathirana took 1 wicket each.
- Vivian Kingma was not the most successful bowler for the Netherlands, taking 3 wickets.
