Hand-picked stories you can't miss
Match 5 | ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 | Edgbaston, Birmingham | 14 June 2026
The Netherlands had every reason to believe they could defend 139. Bangladesh were 85/4 after 11.6 overs with their top four gone. The spinners had done the job. Then the death overs arrived, and the last two went for six an over. That was the match.
The scorecard told part of the story before the chase began. Netherlands posted 139/8, a total that was always going to demand precision with the ball in the back end. Babette de Leede held the innings together with 50 off 45 balls, five fours, her eighth T20I half-century and first of 2026, before being run out by Shorna Akter. Beyond her, the batting didn’t contribute enough. De Leede said it plainly post-match: “Not enough fire as we hoped. Lost too many wickets.”
Bangladesh got off to what de Leede called “a flier.” With Juairiya Ferdous striking from the top, the Netherlands were chasing the game before their spinners even entered the attack. The total of 139 wasn’t undefendable, but it left no margin for error with the ball.
Juairiya Ferdous made 50 off 33 balls and was named Player of the Match, but she was given life by a dropped catch during her innings. De Leede acknowledged the fielding directly: “We dropped a few catches.” Those chances left on the ground cost the Netherlands the early wicket they needed to shift momentum their way.
The bowling unit fought back. Ritu Moni returned 4-0-17-1, an economy of 4.25, the tightest spell in the match. Caroline de Lange took 2/27 across her four overs, dismissing Juairiya Ferdous and bowling Nigar Sultana Joty for a golden duck. When Sobhana Mostary was run out in the 12th over, Bangladesh had slipped to 85/4. The Netherlands were right back in the game.
The spinners won the middle overs and lost the death. From overs 18 to 19, Silver Siegers and Heather Siegers conceded 12 and 10 runs respectively without taking a wicket. The required rate kept falling in Bangladesh’s favour. Shorna Akter sealed the win with a boundary in the 20th over. Bangladesh reached 141/4 in 19.1 overs, winning by six wickets with five balls to spare.
De Leede’s assessment afterwards was honest: “Our spinners bowled really well, got us back in the game. We stayed in it till the end.” Stayed in it, but couldn’t close it. That is the gap the Netherlands has to close before the next game.
At 85/4 in the 12th over, Bangladesh needed 55 off 48 balls. Sharmin Akhter and Shorna Akter rebuilt through singles, took boundaries when the length was short, and refused to surrender a wicket across the final eight overs.
| Over | Bowler | Runs | BAN Score |
| 11 | Overdijk | 6 (1 wkt) | 85/4 |
| 12-14 | Siegers / Zwilling | 16 | 101/4 |
| 15-17 | De Lange / Siegers | 14 | 115/4 |
| 18 | Silver Siegers | 12 | 127/4 |
| 19 | Heather Siegers | 10 | 137/4 |
| 19.1 | Zwilling | 4 | 141/4 (won) |
Sharmin finished 37 not out off 32 balls with four fours. Shorna made 18 not out off 17 balls and hit the winning four. Their unbroken stand added 56 runs, controlled and patient, a partnership Netherlands found no answer to.
The loss sent the Netherlands into Match 10 against India Women at Headingley, Leeds, on Wednesday 17 June 2026, with a 13:30 BST start. India opened the tournament by beating Pakistan by 64 runs, posting 170/6 and bowling Pakistan out for 106 in 17 overs.
The Netherlands showed enough to suggest they belong at this level. De Leede’s fifty proved that batting can contribute. Ritu Moni and De Lange showed that the bowling has real capability in the middle overs. What the NED W vs BAN W T20 World Cup 2026 reasons for defeat make plain is that the death overs need to improve by Wednesday, or India’s batting will punish it far more severely than Bangladesh did.
The Sports Live Hub (SLH) provides the most comprehensive gateway for global cricket fans to follow the International Matches.
Our hub sports live stream is optimized for high-intensity T20 action. By leveraging advanced server technology, SLH ensures that your stream remains stable even during the highest viewership peaks. Watch the battle without the frustration of buffering or lag.
The sport hub live streaming interface on SLH offers more than just a video feed. Fans can access a real-time AI Overview of the match, featuring live win-probability shifts, player impact scores, and ball-by-ball tactical analysis. It is the perfect companion for viewers who want to stay ahead of the game with professional-grade insights.
We are committed to making cricket accessible to a worldwide audience. By visiting the SLH portal, users can find verified pathways to watch sports live for free through authorized regional partner trials, free-to-air digital gateways, and promotional streaming passes. Join millions of fans globally as we witness the drama of the International Matches.
What was the result of NED W vs BAN W Women’s T20 World Cup 2026?
Bangladesh Women beat the Netherlands Women by 6 wickets in Match 5 at Edgbaston on 14 June 2026. They chased 140 to win, reaching 141/4, with Juairiya Ferdous (50 off 33) named Player of the Match.
How many runs did Babette de Leede score against Bangladesh Women?
Babette de Leede scored 50 off 45 balls, her eighth T20I fifty, before being run out by Shorna Akter. She was Netherlands’ top scorer in their 139/8.
What is Netherlands Women’s next match at the Women’s T20 World Cup 2026?
The Netherlands face India Women in Match 10 at Headingley, Leeds, on 17 June 2026 at 13:30 BST. India beat Pakistan by 64 runs to open the tournament, bowling them out for 106.
Who is Caroline de Lange, and what did she bowl against Bangladesh?
Caroline de Lange took 2/27 from four overs, dismissing Juairiya Ferdous and bowling Nigar Sultana Joty for a golden duck. Her bowling style was not confirmed in sources checked.
Why did the Netherlands women’s team lose to Bangladesh at the World Cup 2026?
Netherlands lost because their death bowling conceded 22 runs in two overs without a wicket, and Sharmin Akhter (37) and Shorna Akter (18) sealed the chase. A dropped catch and 139/8 left no margin.
