BAN vs NED Match Analysis
The third T20I between Bangladesh and the Netherlands will be played at Sylhet on September 3, 2025, with the match scheduled to start in the evening local time. Fans can expect a high-energy encounter as both teams look to assert dominance in the series.
Bangladesh entered the third T20I on the back of a dominant performance in the second match, chasing down a modest target of 104 in just 13.1 overs. The team looks confident and well-balanced, with both experienced campaigners and exciting young talent in the lineup.
The Netherlands struggled in the second T20I, being bowled out for 103 as Bangladesh chased the target comfortably. However, the team has players with explosive potential in both batting and bowling who could turn the tide.
Bangladesh vs Netherlands Team Preview & Squads
Bangladesh
He sets the tone at the crease while quietly directing the team’s field efforts, balancing leadership and performance. He has a good record in Sylhet and understands the pitch conditions well. His leadership will be crucial in maintaining composure and strategy.
BAN batting is well-rounded, with Litton Das, Rishad Hossain, and Towhid Hridoy forming a strong core. The middle order provides both stability and explosive hitting when required. Young talents like Tanzid Hasan and Tanzim Hasan Sakib add flexibility to the lineup.
Mustafizur dissects batsmen with subtlety; Taskin rattles them with pace. The duo brings variety and wisdom in equal measure. Spinners like Mahedi Hasan and Nasum Ahmed can exploit Sylhet’s slow patches. The bench strength ensures options for both death overs and containment.
On September 1, 2025, at Sylhet, Bangladesh comfortably achieved a modest target of 103 runs set by the Netherlands in the 2nd T20I. Bangladesh finished at 104/1 in just 13.1 overs, sealing a very convincing victory with 41 balls to spare, and winning by 9 wickets. The batters produced another solid batting display with Litton Das and Rishad Hossain scoring easily throughout.
Bangladesh Squads
Bangladesh
Litton Das (wk, c), Jaker Ali, Mahedi Hasan, Mohammad Saifuddin, Mustafizur Rahman, Nasum Ahmed, Nurul Hasan (wk), Parvez Hossain Emon, Rishad Hossain, Saif Hassan, Shamim Hossain, Shoriful Islam, Tanzid Hasan, Tanzim Hasan Sakib, Taskin Ahmed, Towhid Hridoy
Netherlands
For the men in orange, Edwards is more than a captain; he’s the chess player on the field. As a wicketkeeper-batter, he balances responsibilities behind the stumps and in guiding the batting order. His leadership will be key to motivating the team after the previous defeat.
The Netherlands’ batting depends on Max O’Dowd and Tim Pringle for stability and power. Middle-order batters like Vikramjit Singh and Cedric de Lange provide options for counter-attacks. Young players Noah Croes and Kyle Klein bring flexibility to the lineup.
The NED bowling is a mix of pace and spin, with Paul van Meekeren and Shariz Ahmad leading the attack. Bowlers like Aryan Dutt and Sebastiaan Braat provide depth and variety in the middle overs. Effective execution will be essential against a confident Bangladesh batting lineup.
In the 2nd T20 International at Sylhet, played on 1 September 2025, the Netherlands managed only 103. It took Bangladesh only 36.5 overs to get the job done, sealing a comfortable 9-wicket triumph while 41 balls remained unused. The Dutch bowlers will surely be reflecting on how to limit the run scoring of the opposition as they move into the decider with some tactical changes.
Netherlands Squads
Netherlands
Scott Edwards (wk, c), Sebastiaan Braat, Noah Croes, Cedric de Lange, Daniel Doram, Aryan Dutt, Ben Fletcher, Kyle Klein, Teja Nidamanuru, Max O’Dowd, Tim Pringle, Shariz Ahmad, Sikander Zulfiqar, Paul van Meekeren, Vikramjit Singh
Match Details | ||
Match | Bangladesh vs Netherlands | 3rd T20I | Netherlands tour of Bangladesh 2025 | |
Date | 03/09/2025 (Wednesday) | |
Time | 06:00 PM (BDT) / 05:00 PM GMT / 05:30 PM (INR) | |
Format | T20 | |
Venue | Sylhet International Cricket Stadium | |
Recent performance | Bangladesh – W W L W W | Netherlands – L W W L L |
Live Streaming Details | Click here to watch the Live Streaming Score on JeetBuzz News | |
BAN vs NED Outfield Report
The Sylhet pitch traditionally offers a slow and low bounce, favoring spin bowlers but still allowing stroke players to find gaps. Fast bowlers may get movement early on, but spinners dominate the middle overs. The track’s uniform behavior tends to favor run chases, especially when totals are moderate.
The weather in Sylhet is expected to be clear with temperatures around 31°C during the day and cooling to 27°C in the evening. Humidity could affect bowlers, but conditions are generally favorable for cricket. Light winds may assist swing initially, but will have minimal impact later.
Historically, the highest T20 total at Sylhet has been around 200-210, while low totals near 100 have been chased comfortably. Batting first, teams generally aim for 160+, while chasing, 120-140 is usually achievable with wickets in hand.
Bangladesh vs Netherlands Head-to-Head Stats of Last 5 Matches
In head-to-head T20 clashes, Bangladesh has dominated the Dutch side, winning the majority of the last five games. The Dutch team has struggled to put up competitive totals, making Bangladesh the favorite in most head-to-head contests.
BAN vs NED Prediction
Event | Bangladesh | Netherlands |
Toss Winner | Bangladesh | – |
Player of the Match | Tanzid Hasan | – |
Top Run Scorer | Tanzid Hasan | Vikramjit Singh |
Top Wicket Taker | Nasum Ahmed | Kyle Klein |
Most Sixes | Tanzid Hasan | Vikramjit Singh |
Predicted Score | 150+ | 140+ |
Win Probability | 53% | 47% |
According to cricket analysts Bangladesh have a 53% chance of Winning.
