Netherlands Reveal Squad for Key Canada Tri-Series

Dr. Annelies De Vos · 2026-05-28

The Netherlands have named their 15-player squad for the ICC Men's Cricket World Cup League 2 tri-series in Canada next month. This series brings together three teams: the Netherlands, Canada, and the USA. The top four teams in the League 2 standings at the end of the cycle earn a spot in the 2027 World Cup Qualifier, which will be held in South Africa, Zimbabwe, and Namibia. Right now, the Netherlands sit in fourth place. That's a tense spot, but it also means they control their own destiny. ### Strong Core Retained After T20 World Cup Head coach Ryan Cook has kept faith with most of the players who represented the Netherlands at the ICC Men's T20 World Cup earlier this year. Captain Scott Edwards will lead the side again, bringing his sharp wicketkeeping and calm leadership to the group. Bas de Leede, the star all-rounder who's been central to Dutch cricket's rise, is in the squad alongside hard-hitting opener Max O'Dowd. Veteran spinner Roelof Van Der Merwe also returns, adding proven international experience to the bowling attack. The consistency in selection shows a clear plan: build on the momentum from the T20 World Cup and carry that confidence into the 50-over format. The stakes are higher now, and the team knows it. ### Sebastian Braat Gets His Chance One of the more interesting inclusions is Sebastian Braat. He's earned a recall after nearly five years away from the international setup. Braat last played for the Netherlands in 2021, but his performances in the domestic Topklasse competition this season have been strong enough to earn another look. Cook explained his reasoning: "There have been some very encouraging performances in the Topklasse season so far, and this is a great opportunity for this squad to showcase the improvements and skills which have developed since the previous WCL tournament." Braat's recall sends a clear message: the Netherlands aren't just relying on established names. They're willing to bring in players who are actually performing, no matter how long they've been away. ### Key Players to Watch - **Scott Edwards (c)** – The captain and wicketkeeper, known for his sharp glovework and steady leadership. - **Bas de Leede** – The all-rounder who can change a game with bat or ball. - **Max O'Dowd** – An explosive opener who sets the tone at the top. - **Roelof Van Der Merwe** – The veteran spinner with tons of international experience. - **Sebastian Braat** – The comeback kid, looking to prove himself after a strong domestic season. ### All Eyes on Ontario All matches in the tri-series will be played at Maple Leaf CC King City in Ontario, Canada. The Netherlands open their campaign against the USA on June 8, before facing host nation Canada later in the tournament. Cook acknowledged the bigger picture: "It's exciting to introduce some hard-working talent into the group and build off the experience from those involved in the T20 World Cup earlier this year." For the Netherlands, the path to the 2027 World Cup runs straight through performances like this one. Holding onto that fourth-place spot in the League 2 standings is the immediate goal. And this squad has the experience and hunger to do exactly that. ### Full Squad Scott Edwards (c), Sebastian Braat, Noah Croes, Cedric de Lange, Bas de Leede, Daniel Doram, Aryan Dutt, Oli Elenbaas, Kyle Klein, Michael Levitt, Zach Lion-Cachet, Max O'Dowd, Alex Roy, Vikram Singh, Roelof Van Der Merwe. For more cricket news and updates, visit the JeetWin Blog.