When you think of international cricket, the mighty blue of India often appears against teams steeped in long cricketing traditions. Yet, the rare encounters with emerging sides like the Netherlands add an interesting twist to the narrative. While India’s firepower usually guarantees a dominant win, the Dutch, with their scrappy performances and unexpected flair, occasionally pull off surprises that remind us why cricket is so unpredictable.
In this post, we break down the complete head-to-head statistics between India and the Netherlands across limited-overs formats. We explore team performances, individual highlights, and also look at ICC event stats—all while incorporating some fresh insights from recent encounters.
Head-to-Head Overview
India and the Netherlands have met in limited-overs cricket, with the Men in Blue emerging victorious in every encounter. The head-to-head record stands as:
| Format | Matches | India Won | Netherlands Won | Draw/Tie |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TEST | __ | __ | __ | __ |
| ODI | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| T20 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Total | 4 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
Note: There have been no Test matches between the two sides to date.
ICC Events Performance
In ICC tournaments, the Netherlands have challenged stronger sides on occasion, but against India, the results have been one-sided:
| Event | Matches | India Won | Netherlands Won | Draw/Tie |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ODI WC | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| T20 WC | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Total | 4 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
ODI Encounters
Although the limited number of matches means the sample size is small, India’s performance in ODIs against the Netherlands has been commanding.
ODI Team Performances
Highest Team Scores
| Team | Score | Opposition | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|
| India | 410/4 | vs Ned | Bengaluru |
| Netherlands | 250 | vs India | Bengaluru |
| India | 204 | vs Ned | Paarl |
| India | 191/5* | vs Ned | Delhi |
| Netherlands | 189 | vs India | Delhi |
Note: In one of the entries, an apparent typo (“vs India” instead of “vs Ned”) has been corrected for clarity.
Lowest Team Scores
| Team | Score | Opposition | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | 136 | vs India | Delhi |
| Netherlands | 189 | vs India | Paarl |
| India | 191/5* | vs Ned | Delhi |
| India | 204 | vs Ned | Paarl |
| Netherlands | 250 | vs India | Bengaluru |
Individual ODI Records
Most Runs
| Player | Innings | Runs | Highest Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shreyas Iyer* | 1 | 128 | 128* |
| KL Rahul* | 1 | 102 | 102 |
| Yuvraj Singh | 2 | 88 | 51 |
| Sachin Tendulkar | 2 | 79 | 52* |
| Virat Kohli* | 2 | 63 | 51 |
Highest Average
| Player | Innings | Runs | Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| KL Rahul* | 1 | 102 | 102.00 |
| Yuvraj Singh | 2 | 88 | 88.00 |
| Daan van Bunge | 1 | 62 | 62.00 |
| Rohit Sharma* | 1 | 61 | 61.00 |
| Teja Nidamanuru* | 1 | 54 | 54.00 |
Most Wickets
| Player | Innings | Wickets | Best Figures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jawagal Shrinath | 1 | 4 | 4/30 |
| Anil Kumble | 1 | 4 | 4/32 |
| Tim De Leede* | 1 | 4 | 4/35 |
| Zaheer Khan | 2 | 4 | 3/20 |
| Pieter Seelaar | 1 | 3 | 3/53 |
Best Economy In an Innings
| Player | Matches | Overs | Economy |
|---|---|---|---|
| Harbhajan Singh | 1 | 10 | 2.00 |
| Zaheer Khan | 1 | 8 | 2.12 |
| Yusuf Pathan | 1 | 6 | 2.82 |
| Roland Lefebvre | 1 | 9 | 3.00 |
| Zaheer Khan | 1 | 6.4 | 3.00 |
T20 International Battles
The T20 format brings high-octane action, and even against a dominant side like India, every run and wicket counts.
T20 Team Performances
Highest Team Scores
| Team | Score | Opposition | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|
| India | 179/2 | vs Netherlands | Sydney |
| Netherlands | 123/9 | vs India | Sydney |
Lowest Team Scores
| Team | Score | Opposition | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|
| India | 123/9 | vs Netherlands | Sydney |
| Netherlands | 179/2 | vs India | Sydney |
T20 Individual Records
Most Runs
| Player | Innings | Runs | Highest Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Virat Kohli | 1 | 62 | 62* |
| Rohit Sharma | 1 | 53 | 53 |
| Surya Kumar Yadav* | 1 | 51 | 51* |
| Tim Pringle* | 1 | 20 | 20 |
| Colin Acker-mann* | 1 | 17 | 17 |
Best Strike Rate
| Player | Innings | Runs | Strike Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paul van Mekeren* | 1 | 14 | 233.33 |
| Surya Kumar Yadav* | 1 | 51 | 204.00 |
| Max O’Dowd* | 1 | 16 | 160.00 |
| Shariz Ahmad* | 1 | 16 | 145.44 |
| Virat Kohli | 1 | 62 | 140.90 |
Most Wickets
| Player | Innings | Wickets | Best Figures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bhuvneshwar Kumar* | 1 | 2 | 2/9 |
| Axar Patel* | 1 | 2 | 2/18 |
| Ravi Ashwin* | 1 | 2 | 2/21 |
| Arshdeep Singh* | 1 | 2 | 2/38 |
| Md. Shami* | 1 | 1 | 1/27 |
Best Economy In an Innings
| Player | Economy |
|---|---|
| Bhuvneshwar Kumar* | 3.00 |
| Axar Patel* | 4.50 |
| Shariz Ahmad* | 5.00 |
| Ravi Ashwin* | 5.25 |
| Md. Shami* | 6.75 |
Individual Records – Summary
ODIs – Individual Bests
Highest Runs in an Innings (ODI)
| Player | Runs |
|---|---|
| Shreyas Iyer* | 128* |
| KL Rahul* | 102 |
| Daan van Bunge | 62 |
| Rohit Sharma* | 61 |
| Teja Nidamanuru* | 54 |
Highest Wickets in an Innings (ODI)
| Player | Wickets |
|---|---|
| Jawagal Shrinath | 4/30 |
| Anil Kumble | 4/32 |
| Tim De Leede* | 4/35 |
| Zaheer Khan | 3/20 |
| Pieter Seelaar | 3/53 |
T20s – Individual Bests
Highest Runs in an Innings (T20)
| Player | Runs |
|---|---|
| Virat Kohli | 62* |
| Rohit Sharma | 53 |
| Suryakumar Yadav* | 51 |
| Tim Pringle* | 20 |
| Colin Acker-mann* | 17 |
Highest Wickets in an Innings (T20)
| Player | Wickets |
|---|---|
| Bhuvneshwar Kumar* | 2/9 |
| Axar Patel* | 2/18 |
| Ravi Ashwin* | 2/21 |
| Arshdeep Singh* | 2/38 |
| Md. Shami* | 1/27 |
FAQs
- Who won the most matches in India vs Netherlands encounters?
The Men in Blue have completely whitewashed the Dutch team in every encounter. - Who has played the most international matches for India?
Master Blaster Sachin Tendulkar tops the list with 664 international matches. - What are some of the achievements of the Indian cricket team?
India’s top achievements include winning two ICC Men’s ODI World Cups, two T20 World Cups, and a Champions Trophy title (2013 under MS Dhoni’s leadership). - What does “head-to-head” mean in cricket?
“Head-to-head” refers to the competitive record when two teams play against each other. - What is the full form of ODI?
ODI stands for “One Day Internationals.”
Conclusion & Recent Insights
The India–Netherlands contests may not have the history or the high stakes of other rivalries, but they offer a fascinating glimpse into the dynamics between a cricketing powerhouse and an ambitious underdog. India’s consistent dominance is evident from the head-to-head and ICC event stats, yet every match provides the Netherlands with an opportunity to gain experience and challenge the status quo.
Recent developments show that as the Netherlands continue to invest in grassroots and coaching, their performances are steadily improving. Meanwhile, India remains committed to fielding a blend of seasoned campaigners and emerging talent, ensuring that even these seemingly straightforward encounters add value and competitive spirit to international cricket.
As we look ahead to more fixtures in 2025, fans can expect further intriguing matchups, evolving team strategies, and perhaps even an upset or two that remind us why cricket is the ultimate game of uncertainties.
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