IND-W vs NL-W, ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026: India Beat Netherlands by 95 Runs | Full Scorecard, Highlights & Result (17 June 2026)
India Women were unstoppable as they crushed the Netherlands Women by a huge margin of 95 runs in the 10th match of the ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026. The Group 1 contest took place at Headingley, Leeds, on 17 June 2026. The Netherlands Women won the toss and chose to bowl first. India made a record-breaking score. They ran through the Dutch batting line-up with ease. With this commanding victory, India has jumped to the top of the Group 1 table.
Who won the Match between India Women and the Netherlands Women?
India Women won the match comfortably by 95 runs. The team scored a total of 209 for 5 in 20 overs. The Netherlands Women were bowled out for just 114 in 17.3 overs while chasing the target of 210. It felt like a one-sided match. The big win pushed India past Australia to the top of Group 1.
Why Netherlands-W Collapsed to 114 Against India-W | Match 10th, ICC Women’s T20I World Cup
The Netherlands Women showed positive intent in their chase but lagged behind in chasing such a massive total. They made a promising start, reaching 68 for 2 after 10 overs. But the run rate was difficult to maintain. The batters were forced to take more risks, leading to a steady stream of wickets.
Captain Babette de Leede fought hard for her 28 runs. Openers Heather Siegers (21) and Sterre Kalis (18) provided useful contributions at the top. India's spinners then took control of the game. The Indian women's team put immense pressure on the middle order of the Netherlands women's team. The innings ended in dramatic fashion as the Netherlands lost their last five wickets for just one run in the space of nine deliveries. Lastly, they bowled out for 114.
How India-W Dominated With Bat and Ball against Netherlands-W
The India women's team were outstanding in every department. Openers Smriti Mandhana and Shafali Verma built a brilliant 115-run partnership. The middle order then pushed the score past 200. India's women spinners were brilliant on a slow pitch. They never let the Netherlands women settle. The fielding was sharp, too. This was a complete team balance.
Smriti Mandhana Named Player of the Match in IND-W vs NL-W
Smriti Mandhana was named Player of the Match for her superb knock. She top-scored with 74 runs off just 47 balls, leading India's record-breaking batting display. Her controlled innings set the tone for the whole match. Mandhana has been in fine form throughout the tournament. She was the standout batter on the day.
Most Wickets in IND-W vs NL-W: Shree Charani Stars With Four
India's bowlers shared the wickets. They all showed an amazing performance, but one name stood out:
- Shree Charani: 4 for 19
- Shafali Verma: 3 wickets
- Nandani Sharma: 2 wickets
Shree Charani's brilliant left-arm spell ripped through the Netherlands' lower order. It ended their innings. Shafali Verma took three crucial wickets for the team.
IND-W vs NL-W Highlights: India Women vs Netherlands Women Key Moments
- The Netherlands won the toss and chose to bowl first.
- Smriti Mandhana and Shafali Verma added 115 runs for the opening wicket.
- Mandhana top-scored with 74 off 47 balls; Shafali made 55 off 38.
- India posted 209 for 5. It is their highest-ever total at a T20 World Cup.
- Shree Charani took 4 wickets for 19 with her left-arm spin.
- Shafali Verma became only the third player ever to have a fifty and three wickets in a Women's T20 World Cup match.
- The Netherlands lost their last five wickets for just one run. They were bowled out for 114.
- India moved to the top of Group 1 on net run rate.
Women's T20 World Cup 2026 Group 1 Points Table
| Position | Team | Played | Won | Lost | Points | NRR |
| 1 | India Women | 2 | 2 | 0 | 4 | +3.975 |
| 2 | Australia Women | 2 | 2 | 0 | 4 | +3.875 |
| 3 | Bangladesh Women | 2 | 1 | 1 | 2 | -1.79 |
| 4 | Netherlands Women | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | -2.611 |
| 5 | Pakistan Women | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | -3.2 |
| 6 | South Africa Women | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | -3.25 |
IND-W Scorecard vs NL-W: India Women Batting & Bowling Figures
Batting
| Player | Role | Runs | Balls | 4s | 6s | Strike Rate |
| Shafali Verma | Opener | 55 | 38 | 9 | 0 | 144.73 |
| Smriti Mandhana | Opener | 74 | 47 | 6 | 1 | 157.44 |
| Yastika Bhatia | Batter | 3 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 75 |
| Jemimah Rodrigues | Batter | 19 | 13 | 2 | — | 146.5 |
| Harmanpreet Kaur (C) | Batter | 12 | 9 | 2 | — | 133.3 |
| Richa Ghosh (WK) | Wicketkeeper-Batter | 20 | 8 | 1 | 2 | 250 |
| Deepti Sharma | All-rounder | 10 | 2 | 1 | 1 | — |
| Total | 209/5 | (20 ov) |
The team total of 209/5 includes 16 extras (1 leg-bye, 14 wides, and 1 no-ball).
Did not bat: Shreyanka Patil, Shree Charani, Kranti Gaud, Nandani Sharma.
Bowling
| Bowler | Overs | Runs | Wickets | Economy |
| Shree Charani | 4 | 19 | 4 | 4.75 |
| Shafali Verma | 3.2 | 20 | 3 | 6 |
| Nandani Sharma | 3 | 22 | 2 | 7.33 |
| Deepti Sharma | 3 | 26 | 1 | 8.67 |
| Kranti Gaud | 4 | 26 | 0 | 6.5 |
NL-W Scorecard vs IND-W: Netherlands Women Batting & Bowling Figures
Batting
| Player | Role | Runs | Balls | Strike Rate | Dismissal |
| Heather Siegers | Opener | 21 | 16 | 131.25 | C Smriti Mandhana B Nandni Sharma |
| Phebe Molkenboer | Opener | 15 | 20 | 75 | b Deepti Sharma |
| Babette de Leede (C, WK) | Wicketkeeper-Batter | 28 | 27 | — | st Ghosh b N. Sharma |
| Sterre Kalis | Batter | 18 | 13 | 138.46 | b Shafali Verma |
| Robine Rijke | Batter | 8 | 8 | 100 | lbw b Shree Charani |
| Frederique Overdijk | Batter | 9 | 7 | 128.57 | c long-on b Charani |
| Iris Zwilling | Batter | 8 | 9 | 88.88 | c Rodrigues b Charani |
| Silver Siegers | Batter | 1 | 2 | 50 | st Ghosh b Shafali |
| Isabel Woning | Batter | — | 2 | — | c Rodrigues b Shafali |
| Total | 114 all out | (17.3 ov) |
Bowling
| Bowler | Overs | Runs | Wickets | Economy |
| Caroline de Lange | 4 | 32 | 2 | 8 |
| Heather Siegers | 2 | 31 | 1 | 15.5 |
| Iris Zwilling | 4 | 41 | 1 | 10.25 |
| Myrthe van den Raad | 4 | 37 | 1 | 9.25 |
| Silver Siegers | 3 | 32 | 0 | 10.67 |
| Frederique Overdijk | 1 | 10 | 0 | 10 |
| Isabel van der Woning | 2 | 25 | 0 | 12.5 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who won the India Women vs Netherlands Women match on 17 June 2026?
India Women won the match by 95 runs against the Netherlands Women at Headingley, Leeds.
What was the India Women vs Netherlands Women scorecard and final score?
India Women scored 209 for 5 in 20 overs. The Netherlands Women were bowled out for 114 in 17.3 overs.
Who was the player of the Match in IND-W vs NL-W today?
Smriti Mandhana was named Player of the Match for her brilliant 74 off 47 balls.
Who scored the most runs for India Women against the Netherlands Women?
Smriti Mandhana scored 74 runs in just 47 balls.
Why did the Netherlands Women lose by such a big margin?
The Netherlands Women had to chase a huge target of 210. They collapsed against India's spinners.
Where was the India Women vs Netherlands Women T20 World Cup 2026 match played?
The match was played at Headingley Cricket Ground in Leeds, England.
Who won the toss in the IND-W vs NL-W match?
The Netherlands Women won the toss. They chose to bowl first.
Did India Women break any records against the Netherlands Women?
Yes, India Women's 209 for 5 is their highest-ever total in a Women's T20 World Cup. Their 95-run win is their biggest win at the tournament.
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