Pakistan vs Netherlands, Women's T20 WC: Date, time, squads and where to watch
Synopsis
Pakistan need a win to avoid a whitewash; Netherlands need one to make history. Their Women's T20 World Cup dead-rubber at Bristol on 27 June is more than a consolation match — it is Fatima Sana's last shot at redemption and the Dutch debutants' best chance at a landmark first World Cup victory.
Key Takeaways
Pakistan vs Netherlands — Women's T20 World Cup Group A — 27 June at 3:00 PM IST , Bristol County Ground .
Netherlands are playing their first-ever Women's T20 World Cup and have lost all three matches so far.
Pakistan have been beaten by India , South Africa , and Bangladesh and face a winless group exit.
Captain Fatima Sana has been Pakistan's standout performer: 55 not out and figures of 3 for 16 against South Africa.
Live broadcast on Star Sports Network ; live streaming on JioStar .
Pakistan and Netherlands meet in their final ICC Women's T20 World Cup Group A fixture at the Bristol County Ground on Saturday, 27 June at 3:00 PM IST, with both sides already eliminated from semi-final contention. For the Dutch, the match is a chance to claim a historic first win in their maiden World Cup campaign; for Pakistan, it is an opportunity to avoid a winless group-stage exit.
Netherlands: Debutants Chasing History
Netherlands are appearing in the Women's T20 World Cup for the first time and have lost all three of their group matches so far. Despite the results, the Dutch have shown flashes of promise and head into this final game with nothing to lose and the confidence of a team unafraid of the occasion. A win here would mark a significant milestone for women's cricket in the Netherlands.
Pakistan's Troubled Campaign
Pakistan have been beaten by India, South Africa, and Bangladesh in Group A, making this their last chance to salvage any pride from the tournament. The team's inability to handle spin bowling consistently has been a recurring weakness throughout the campaign. Captain Fatima Sana has shouldered a disproportionate burden — she top-scored with an unbeaten 55 when her side was reduced to 50 for 8, then returned figures of 3 for 16 against South Africa. Her all-round contributions have been the lone bright spot in an otherwise disappointing group stage.
Pitch and Conditions at Bristol
The Bristol County Ground has offered a balanced surface during this tournament, with the new ball providing assistance to seamers in the early overs before conditions ease for batters as the innings progresses. Both teams will need to adapt quickly, and the side that reads the surface better in the powerplay is likely to hold the advantage.
Match Details and Broadcast
The match gets underway on Saturday, 27 June at 3:00 PM IST. It will be broadcast live on the Star Sports Network in India, with live streaming available on JioStar.
Full Squads
Netherlands: Babette de Leede (c), Caroline de Lange, Frédérique Overdijk, Hannah Landheer, Heather Siegers, Iris Zwilling, Isabel van der Woning, Lara Leemhuis, Myrthe van den Raad, Phebe Molkenboer, Robine Rijke, Rosalie Lawrence, Sanya Khurana, Silver Siegers, Sterre Kalis.
Pakistan: Fatima Sana (c), Gull Feroza, Ayesha Zafar, Iram Javed, Eyman Fatima, Aliya Riaz, Natalia Parvaiz, Saira Jabeen, Muneeba Ali, Tuba Hassan, Rameen Shamim, Sadia Iqbal, Nashra Sandhu, Diana Baig, Tasmia Rubab.
With both sides playing for pride, this dead-rubber clash could yet produce the tournament's most compelling individual performance — and for the Netherlands, potentially its most celebrated result.
Point of View
A side with far greater resources and experience, have been undone by the same spin-handling frailty that has plagued them for years — and no amount of Fatima Sana heroics can paper over a systemic batting collapse at 50 for 8. The Netherlands, meanwhile, are proof that Associate cricket is closing the gap faster than the ICC's broadcast deals reflect. A Dutch win here would not be an upset — it would be a data point in a longer argument for more Associate exposure at the top table.
NationPress
26 Jun 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
When and where is the Pakistan vs Netherlands Women's T20 World Cup match?
The match is scheduled for Saturday, 27 June at 3:00 PM IST at the Bristol County Ground in Bristol, England. It is the final Group A fixture for both sides.
Where can I watch Pakistan vs Netherlands live in India?
The match will be broadcast live on the Star Sports Network in India. Live streaming is available on JioStar .
Can Pakistan or Netherlands qualify for the semi-finals?
No. Both Pakistan and Netherlands have been eliminated from semi-final contention ahead of this match. The game is effectively a dead rubber, with both teams playing for pride.
How has Fatima Sana performed in the tournament?
Pakistan captain Fatima Sana has been her side's standout performer, scoring an unbeaten 55 when Pakistan were tottering at 50 for 8 , and taking 3 for 16 against South Africa. Her contributions have been largely individual in an otherwise difficult campaign.
Is this Netherlands' first Women's T20 World Cup?
Yes. The Netherlands are competing in the ICC Women's T20 World Cup for the first time. They have lost all three group matches so far and are seeking their maiden win in the tournament's final game of their campaign.
