CAN vs NED- June 10, 2026, ICC Men's Cricket World Cup League 2- Canada Hold Their Nerve to Defeat Netherlands by 2 Wickets in WCL 2 Thriller

Netherlands Post Competitive 214

After winning the toss and batting first, the Netherlands posted 214 all out in 48 overs. Captain Scott Edwards anchored the innings with a well-crafted 58 runs off 76 balls, while veteran all-rounder Roelof van der Merwe provided valuable late-order acceleration with 34 runs from 36 deliveries.

Cedric de Lange contributed 35 runs at the top of the order, while Noah Croes added 26. However, Canada's disciplined bowling attack ensured the Dutch side never gained complete control of the innings.

Netherlands Batting Highlights
Scott Edwards – 58 (76)
Cedric de Lange – 35 (60)
Roelof van der Merwe – 34 (36)
Noah Croes – 26 (42)
Canada Bowlers Deliver Strong Performance

Canada's bowling unit shared the workload effectively. Matthew Spoors was the standout performer with 3 wickets, while Saad Bin Zafar, Akhil Kumar, and Zahid Shirzad claimed two wickets each.

Captain Saad Bin Zafar was particularly economical, conceding only 30 runs from his 10 overs.

Canada Bowling Highlights
Matthew Spoors – 3/42
Saad Bin Zafar – 2/30
Zahid Shirzad – 2/37
Akhil Kumar – 2/41
Canada Survive Early Collapse

Canada's chase began disastrously as they lost three wickets for just 22 runs. Ali Nadeem was dismissed for a duck, while Pargat Singh and Yuvraj Samra also departed cheaply.

The Netherlands seized early momentum through Kyle Klein and Aryan Dutt, placing Canada under significant pressure.

Harsh Thaker and Shreyas Movva Rescue Canada

The turning point came through a crucial partnership between Harsh Thaker and Shreyas Movva.

Harsh Thaker played a patient and responsible innings of 52 runs from 90 balls, stabilizing the chase after the early collapse. After his dismissal, wicketkeeper-batter Shreyas Movva continued to guide the innings brilliantly.

Movva remained unbeaten on 83 runs from 108 balls, displaying composure and maturity under pressure. His innings featured five boundaries and proved decisive in Canada's successful pursuit of the target.

Akhil Kumar added a valuable 25 runs, while Kaleem Sana's quick-fire unbeaten 15 off 9 balls provided the finishing touch.

Canada eventually reached 218/8 in 49.5 overs, sealing victory by two wickets in a thrilling finish.

Canada Batting Highlights
Shreyas Movva – 83* (108)
Harsh Thaker – 52 (90)
Akhil Kumar – 25 (32)
Kaleem Sana – 15* (9)
Dutch Bowlers Fight Hard

Despite ending on the losing side, the Netherlands bowlers kept the contest alive until the final over.

Aryan Dutt delivered an impressive spell, taking 3 wickets, while Kyle Klein claimed two important breakthroughs. Logan van Beek and Roelof van der Merwe also contributed with wickets.

Netherlands Bowling Highlights
Aryan Dutt – 3/41
Kyle Klein – 2/53
Logan van Beek – 1/37
Roelof van der Merwe – 1/28
Match Turning Point

Canada's innings appeared in serious trouble at 33/4, but the partnership between Harsh Thaker and Shreyas Movva transformed the match. Their calm approach absorbed the pressure and rebuilt the chase before Movva carried Canada across the finish line.

Player of the Match

Shreyas Movva (Canada)

The wicketkeeper-batter produced a match-winning unbeaten 83 runs from 108 balls, guiding Canada through a tense chase and ensuring a memorable victory.

Match Summary

Netherlands: 214 all out (48 overs)
Scott Edwards 58, Cedric de Lange 35, Roelof van der Merwe 34
Matthew Spoors 3/42, Saad Bin Zafar 2/30

Canada: 218/8 (49.5 overs)
Shreyas Movva 83*, Harsh Thaker 52
Aryan Dutt 3/41, Kyle Klein 2/53

Result: Canada won by 2 wickets.

The victory strengthens Canada's position in the WCL 2 standings and highlights the team's growing resilience in pressure situations. For the Netherlands, despite a competitive total and a strong bowling effort, missed opportunities during the middle overs ultimately proved costly.