The Netherlands vs Canada prediction for the 55th ODI of the ICC Cricket World Cup League Two 2023-27 is highly anticipated. The match is scheduled to be held on Wednesday, 5th March 2025, at the United Cricket Club Ground, Windhoek. Both teams are looking to secure a crucial win to strengthen their position in the league. Let’s dive into the details, team previews, squads, and more to analyze who might come out on top.
Table of content
- 1 Match Details
- 2 Team Previews
- 3 Netherlands Preview
- 4 Canada Preview
- 5 Team Squads
- 6 Probable Playing XI
- 7 Fantasy Team XI
- 8 Favourite Team in Today’s Match
- 9 Netherlands ODI History
- 10 Canada ODI History
- 11 Head-to-Head Stats
- 12 Pitch Report
- 13 Weather Report
- 14 Broadcast Details
- 15 Toss Prediction:
- 16 Match Prediction?
- 17 FAQ – NED vs CAN 55th ODI
- 18 Share this:
- 19 Like this:
- 20 Related
Match Details
Match | Netherlands vs Canada, 55th ODI, ICC CWC League Two 2023-27 |
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Date | Wednesday, 5th March 2025 |
Time | 1:00 PM (Local Time) |
Venue | United Cricket Club Ground, Windhoek |
Live Streaming | Fancode |
Team Previews
Netherlands Preview
The Netherlands are currently placed 5th in the ICC CWC League Two points table with 7 wins and 5 losses. Their recent form has been inconsistent, losing 3 out of their last 4 matches. However, they have a balanced squad with experienced players like Max O’Dowd (428 runs in the tournament) and Aryan Dutt (21 wickets). Colin Ackermann and Vivian Kingma are key players to watch, as they bring stability and firepower to the team. The Dutch side will aim to bounce back and capitalize on their strong head-to-head record against Canada.
Canada Preview
Canada, on the other hand, are in 3rd place with 8 wins and 4 losses. They are in superb form, having won their last 4 matches. Harsh Thaker (489 runs) and Dillon Heyliger (25 wickets) have been standout performers. Captain Nicholas Kirton and pacer Kaleem Sana are crucial players who can turn the game in Canada’s favor. The team will look to continue their winning momentum and challenge the Netherlands.
Team Squads
Netherlands Squad
Scott Edwards (c), Max O’Dowd, Vikramjit Singh, Michael Levitt, Wesley Barresi, Noah Croes, Shariz Ahmad, Aryan Dutt, Vivian Kingma, Kyle Klein, Olivier Elenbaas, Clayton Floyd, Paul van Meekeren, Ryan Klein, Musa Ahmed, Bas de Leede, Roelof van der Merwe, Timm van der Gugten, Colin Ackermann, Teja Nidamanuru.
Canada Squad
Aaron Johnson, Navneet Dhaliwal, Nicholas Kirton, Pargat Singh, Dillon Heyliger, Dilpreet Bajwa, Harsh Thaker, Saad Bin Zafar (c), Shreyas Movva, Kaleem Sana, Jeremy Gordon, Junaid Siddiqui, Kanwarpal Tathgur, Ravinderpal Singh, Rishiv Ragav Joshi, Aaditya Varadarajan, Ansh Patel, Akhil Kumar, Parveen Kumar, Gurbaz Bajwa.
Probable Playing XI
Netherlands Probable XI
- Max O’Dowd
- Vikramjit Singh
- Wesley Barresi
- Colin Ackermann
- Scott Edwards (c & wk)
- Bas de Leede
- Teja Nidamanuru
- Aryan Dutt
- Vivian Kingma
- Paul van Meekeren
- Kyle Klein
Canada Probable XI
- Aaron Johnson
- Navneet Dhaliwal
- Nicholas Kirton (c)
- Harsh Thaker
- Pargat Singh
- Shreyas Movva (wk)
- Dillon Heyliger
- Saad Bin Zafar
- Kaleem Sana
- Jeremy Gordon
- Junaid Siddiqui
Fantasy Team XI
Player | Role |
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Scott Edwards (c) | Wicketkeeper |
Max O’Dowd | Batsman |
Nicholas Kirton | Batsman |
Harsh Thaker | All-rounder |
Colin Ackermann | All-rounder |
Bas de Leede | All-rounder |
Aryan Dutt | Bowler |
Vivian Kingma | Bowler |
Dillon Heyliger | Bowler |
Kaleem Sana | Bowler |
Paul van Meekeren | Bowler |
Explanation:
- Scott Edwards is a reliable wicketkeeper-batsman.
- Max O’Dowd and Nicholas Kirton are top-order batsmen with consistent performances.
- Harsh Thaker, Colin Ackermann, and Bas de Leede are all-rounders who contribute with both bat and ball.
- Aryan Dutt, Vivian Kingma, Dillon Heyliger, Kaleem Sana, and Paul van Meekeren form a strong bowling attack.
2 Players to Avoid in Fantasy Team
- Wesley Barresi (Netherlands) – Inconsistent form in recent matches.
- Jeremy Gordon (Canada) – Expensive in the death overs and less effective on flat pitches.
Favourite Team in Today’s Match
Netherlands are the favourites to win this match due to their superior head-to-head record (10 wins out of 11 matches) and a more balanced squad. Their experience in ODI cricket and stronger batting lineup give them an edge over Canada.
Netherlands ODI History
- Total Matches Played: 135
- Won: 49
- Lost: 81
- No Result/Tie: 5
Canada ODI History
- Total Matches Played: 98
- Won: 28
- Lost: 68
- No Result/Tie: 2
Head-to-Head Stats
Matches Played | Netherlands Won | Canada Won | No Result |
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11 | 10 | 1 | 0 |
Netherlands have dominated the head-to-head record, winning 10 out of 11 matches against Canada.
Pitch Report
The United Cricket Club Ground, Windhoek, offers a balanced pitch with assistance for both batsmen and bowlers. The surface tends to slow down as the match progresses, making spinners crucial in the middle overs. A score of 250-270 is considered competitive.
Weather Report
The weather in Windhoek is expected to be clear and sunny with no chance of rain. Temperatures will range between 22°C to 28°C, providing ideal conditions for a full 50-over match.
Broadcast Details
- Live Streaming: Fancode
Toss Prediction:
Winner: Canada
Match Prediction?
Our Winner: Netherlands Will Win
Also, once the toss takes place, we might modify the Today Match Prediction as per the playing XIs. Please check this blog after the toss for the updated Prediction.
FAQ – NED vs CAN 55th ODI
What time does the match start?
The match starts at 1:00 PM local time.
Where can I watch the match live?
The match will be streamed live on Fancode.
Who are the key players to watch?
For Netherlands: Max O’Dowd and Colin Ackermann. For Canada: Harsh Thaker and Kaleem Sana.
What is the head-to-head record between Netherlands and Canada?
Netherlands have won 10 out of 11 matches against Canada.
What is the predicted score if Netherlands bat first?
Around 268+.
Who is the favourite to win the match?
Netherlands are the favourites with an 82% chance of winning.
Who won the last match between these two teams?
Netherlands won the last encounter.
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