Pakistan Women will take on Netherlands Women in Match 26 of the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 at Seat Unique Stadium, Bristol, on Saturday, June 27. Both teams have already been eliminated from the semi-final race, but they will be eager to finish their World Cup campaign with a victory and some positive momentum.
Pakistan have endured a disappointing tournament, losing all four of their matches despite showing flashes of quality in patches. Fatima Sana has led from the front with the ball, but the batting unit has struggled to build partnerships in crucial moments.
The Netherlands Women have also found life difficult in their first Women’s T20 World Cup campaign. Although they are still searching for their first win, the Dutch side has competed well against stronger teams and will be determined to end the tournament on a positive note.
Match Details
| Match | Pakistan Women vs Netherlands Women, Match 26 |
|---|---|
| Tournament | ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 |
| Date | Saturday, June 27, 2026 |
| Time | 3:00 PM IST |
| Venue | Seat Unique Stadium, Bristol |
| Live Streaming | JioHotstar |
| TV Broadcast | Star Sports Network |
NED W vs PAK W Team Form
| Team | Last 5 Matches |
|---|---|
| Pakistan Women | L, L, L, L, L |
| Netherlands Women | L, L, L, L, L |
Both teams enter the contest without a victory in the tournament, making this an important opportunity to avoid finishing at the bottom of the standings.
Points Table
| Team | Matches | Wins | Losses | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pakistan Women | 4 | 0 | 4 | 0 |
| Netherlands Women | 4 | 0 | 4 | 0 |
Head-to-Head Record
Pakistan Women have enjoyed success whenever they have faced the Netherlands in T20 internationals.
| Matches | Pakistan Won | Netherlands Won |
|---|---|---|
| 2 | 2 | 0 |
Pakistan won both previous meetings comfortably.
Weather Report
| Condition | Forecast |
|---|---|
| Temperature | 21.1°C |
| Weather | Rain Expected |
| Humidity | 72% |
| Rain Chances | 55% |
There is a strong possibility of rain interruptions during the match, which could influence team strategies.
Seat Unique Stadium Pitch Report
The Bristol surface has generally assisted bowlers throughout the tournament. Fast bowlers enjoy movement with the new ball, while slower bowlers and spinners become effective as the pitch slows down. Chasing teams have enjoyed better success here, making the toss an important factor.
Batters who spend time at the crease have managed to score freely, but aggressive stroke play early in the innings has often proved difficult.
Venue Statistics
| Stat | Record |
|---|---|
| Matches Played | 10 |
| Wins Batting First | 20% |
| Wins Bowling First | 80% |
| Average First Innings Score | 167 |
| Average Second Innings Score | 149 |
| Highest Total | 234/6 |
| Highest Successful Chase | 199/6 |
Pace vs Spin
| Bowling Type | Wickets |
|---|---|
| Pace | 77 |
| Spin | 37 |
Fast bowlers have dominated at this venue, accounting for more than two-thirds of the wickets.
Probable Playing XI
| Pakistan Women | Netherlands Women |
|---|---|
| Muneeba Ali (WK) | Sanya Khurana |
| Gull Feroza | Phebe Molkenboer |
| Ayesha Zafar | Babette de Leede (C & WK) |
| Iram Javed | Sterre Kalis |
| Saira Jabeen | Robine Rijke |
| Aliya Riaz | Frederique Overdijk |
| Fatima Sana (C) | Iris Zwilling |
| Tuba Hassan | Myrthe van den Raad |
| Tasmia Rubab | Caroline de Lange |
| Nashra Sandhu | Silver Siegers |
| Sadia Iqbal | Hannah Landheer |
Players to Watch
Fatima Sana
Pakistan’s captain has been the standout performer for her side during the tournament. She has consistently taken wickets and contributed with the bat whenever required.
Babette de Leede
The Netherlands skipper has carried the batting responsibility throughout the competition and remains her team’s biggest hope of posting a competitive score.
Nashra Sandhu
The experienced left-arm spinner could become a key player if the pitch offers turn during the middle overs.
Sterre Kalis
The stylish batter has shown good technique despite difficult conditions and will be important if the Dutch side is chasing.
Probable Best Batter
Babette de Leede
The Dutch captain has been her team’s most reliable batter in the tournament, scoring important runs under pressure. Another solid innings from her could give the Netherlands a genuine chance of registering their first World Cup victory.
Probable Best Bowler
Fatima Sana
Pakistan’s skipper has impressed throughout the tournament with her pace, accuracy and ability to strike during crucial stages. She remains Pakistan’s biggest wicket-taking threat.
Match Prediction
Although neither team has managed to win a game in the tournament, Pakistan have looked slightly more competitive against stronger opponents. Their bowling attack has regularly kept them in contests, while the Netherlands have struggled to defend totals and contain opposition batters.
If Pakistan’s top order provides a decent start, their experienced bowling lineup should be capable of controlling the match.
Winning Probability
| Team | Chance of Winning |
|---|---|
| Pakistan Women | 65% |
| Netherlands Women | 35% |
Predicted Scores
| Team Batting First | Expected Score |
|---|---|
| Pakistan Women | 135-150 |
| Netherlands Women | 125-140 |
Fantasy Cricket Picks
| Category | Player |
|---|---|
| Captain | Fatima Sana |
| Vice-Captain | Babette de Leede |
| Best Batter | Babette de Leede |
| Best Bowler | Fatima Sana |
| Differential Pick | Nashra Sandhu |
Final Verdict
Both teams will be desperate to avoid ending their World Cup campaign without a victory. Pakistan possess greater international experience and have shown better performances with the ball despite their disappointing results.
The Netherlands will rely heavily on Babette de Leede and their disciplined bowling attack, but Pakistan appear to have slightly more quality across both departments.
Prediction: Pakistan Women to defeat Netherlands Women.
