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: Salman Mirza was the standout bowler, taking 3 for 24 . The Netherlands suffered a late-innings collapse, losing their last six wickets for just 20 runs . Second Innings: Pakistan

Pakistan's chase of 148 was a roller-coaster, ending at . Netherlands vs Pakistan

: Captain Scott Edwards led with 37 runs off 29 balls, supported by Bas de Leede with 30 runs . : Salman Mirza was the standout bowler, taking 3 for 24

In their opening match of the on February 7, Pakistan secured a dramatic 3-wicket victory over the Netherlands at the Sinhalese Sports Club Ground in Colombo. Match Overview Tournament ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 (Match 1, Group A) Venue Sinhalese Sports Club, Colombo, Sri Lanka Result Pakistan won by 3 wickets (with 3 balls remaining) Player of the Match Faheem Ashraf (Pakistan) First Innings: Netherlands : Captain Scott Edwards led with 37 runs

The Netherlands were invited to bat first and posted a total of in 19.3 overs.

T20 World Cup: Pakistan survive Netherlands scare in opener - BBC