Bangladesh pacer Taskin Ahmed was the star for the hosts as they thrashed the Netherlands by eight wickets in the first game of the three-match T20I series at Sylhet on Saturday (August 30). 

After Bangladesh chose to field first, the Netherlands were restricted to 136/8 in 20 overs. In reply, Bangladesh comfortably chased down the target in 13.3 overs after losing only two wickets. The Bangladesh right-arm pacer Taskin Ahmed recorded his third T20I four-fer, as the visitors hardly managed to produce any strong battles.

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BAN vs NED 2025, 1st T20I: Taskin Ahmed dominated the Netherlands innings with his four-wicket haul

In the first innings, only the opener Max O'Dowd (23) and the no.3 batter Teja Nidamanuru (26) managed to score 20+ runs. After the Netherlands had a 25-run opening partnership, Taskin Ahmed took the first two wickets of the match by dismissing Max O'Dowd (23) and the slow-starting opener Vikramjit Singh (4). 

Five other Dutch batters managed to reach double-digit scores, but failed to reach the 20-run mark. In the late batting, Tim Pringle (16) and Aryan Dutt (13*) had some cameos to set a better-looking total, which was far from enough. In the Dutch innings, there were three 25+ partnerships, but none of those managed to stretch even the 30-run mark.  

With two more wickets in the slog over, Taskin Ahmed finished the game with the bowling figures of 4-0-28-4. Also, Mustafizur Rahman (1/19) and Saif Hasan (2/18) picked up one and two wickets, respectively. 

BAN vs NED 2025, 1st T20I: Captain Litton Das scored an unbeaten 50

In reply, although Parvez Hossain Emon (15) was dismissed quickly, the hosts comfortably chased the target. While another opener Tanzid Hasan scored 29 runs, he also had a 66-run partnership with the skipper Litton Das for the second wicket. Later, the captain and Saif Hassan quickly finished the game with a 46-run partnership for the unbroken third wicket. While Das scored 54 not out off 29 balls with six fours and two sixes, Hassan scored 36 not out off 19 balls with the help of one four and three sixes.  

BAN vs NED 1st T20I, 2025 Match Preview:

Bangladesh (BAN) will take on the Netherlands (NED) in the first match of the T20I series. Bangladesh (BAN) won their previous T20 series against Pakistan by 2-1, with Taskin Ahmed delivering brilliant bowling performances.

On the other side, the Netherlands (NED) performed brilliantly in the ICC T20 WC Europe Qualifiers, winning 3 out of their 5 matches. Max O'Dowd and Kyle Klein were their key performers. The Netherlands (NED) will be aiming to give a tough fight to the Bangladesh team in this series.

BAN vs NED Recent Performance

BAN vs NED Netherlands tour of Bangladesh, 2025 Match Details:

• Series/Tournament: T20I Series, 2025
• Match: BAN vs NED Match 1st T20I
• Date: 30 August 2025
• Match Start Time: 05:30 PM IST
• Stadium/Venue: Sylhet International Cricket Stadium, Sylhet, Bangladesh
• Live Score: cricketwinner.com
• Live Streaming: YouTube and Fan Code app.

BAN vs NED Head-to-Head Stats:

BAN vs NED Pitch & Weather Report:

The weather forecast for the 1st T20I of the Netherlands tour of Bangladesh, 2025. The sky will be obvious. There is a moderate chance of rain. The temperature can go up to 27 degrees Celsius. Overall, ideal conditions for a good game of cricket.

According to previous data, the average score at this venue ranges between 150 and 170 runs. The surface is excellent for the batters and fast bowlers, promising a balanced contest.

Toss History at Sylhet International Cricket Stadium, Sylhet, Bangladesh: 

In the last 5 games at Sylhet International Cricket Stadium, Sylhet, Bangladesh, approximately 60% of matches have been won by the chasing side, indicating that the surface is more favourable for batters in the second half.      

BAN vs NED Dream11 Prediction Playing 11

Bangladesh (BAN) Probable 11:

Litton Das (c & wk), Tanzid Hasan, Towhid Hridoy, Nurul Hasan, Jaker Ali, Mahedi Hasan, Mohammad Saifuddin, Mustafizur Rahman, Rishad Hossain, Taskin Ahmed, Shoriful Islam

Netherland (NED) Probable 11:

Vikramjit Singh, Max O'Dowd, Teja Nidamanuru, Scott Edwards (c & wk), Noah Croes, Cedric de Lange, Tim Pringle, Paul van Meekeren, Aryan Dutt, Kyle Klein, Sikander Zulfiqar

BAN vs NED- Top Picks from Bangladesh (BAN)

BAN vs NED- Top Picks from Netherlands (NED)

BAN vs NED Cricket Winner Player Insights:

• Litton Das (BAN) is an experienced batsman from the Bangladesh side. In his last 5 T20I games against Sri Lanka and Pakistan, he scored 125 runs. He will lead Bangladesh in this series.
• Mahedi Hasan (BAN) was brilliant for Bangladesh in the last 2 T20 series. He took 7 wickets and scored 35 runs in his last 5 T20Is. He will remain a top contender for Captain and Vice-captain in the fantasy team.
• Max O'Dowd (NED) is an experienced top-order batsman. In his last 5 outings, he scored 225 runs. It will be interesting to see how he will perform on Bangladeshi slow and turning tracks.
• Vikramjit Singh (NED) could be a good differential pick in this match. He scored 56 runs and took 2 wickets in his last 5 games.  

BAN vs NED Captain & Vice-Captain Choices:

BAN vs NED Fantasy Team Suggestion:  

Fantasy Team: Mahedi Hasan(vc), Litton Das, Taskin Ahmed(c), Mustafizur Rahman, S Edwards, Max O'Dowd, T Hridoy, R Hossain, V Singh, A Dutt, and K Klein

BAN vs NED Dream11 Prediction Expert Advice 

BAN vs NED Dream11 Prediction Probable Winners:

Bangladesh (BAN) is expected to win this match. Bangladesh (BAN) won their last two T20I series against Sri Lanka and Pakistan and also has a strong head-to-head record against NED. Additionally, BAN has a home advantage in this series.

BAN vs NED 1st T20I FAQ

Who is likely to win the BAN vs NED match today?

Bangladesh (BAN) is expected to win this match.

Who is ahead in head-to-head stats?    

Bangladesh (BAN).

Who are the top fantasy picks for the BAN vs NED Dream11 team?

Mahedi Hasan, Litton Das, Taskin Ahmed, Mustafizur Rahman

What is the pitch report for this match?

The pitch is balanced, and we can expect an average score range between 150 and 170 runs.

Bangladesh come into this series riding some excellent T20I momentum after claiming 2-1 series wins over both Pakistan and Sri Lanka recently. With the Asia Cup looming, this series gives them another chance to keep building that winning habit before the bigger tournament starts. 

On the other hand, the Netherlands face a tough test as they prepare for their maiden Bangladesh tour. Their T20 form has been solid recently, which should boost their confidence levels. They just won the ICC T20 World Cup Europe Region Final after finishing top of the group phase with three victories from four games.

BAN vs NED Match Details

Date: 30th August, 2025

Time: 5:30 PM IST

Venue: Sylhet International Cricket Stadium, Sylhet

Live Streaming: Fancode  

BAN vs NED Weather & Pitch Report 

Whether Report -

Clear Sky 

Pitch Report -

• Avg 1st innings score: 140-150

• The chasing team has advantage

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Top Batters to Watch in BAN vs NED

• Litton Das (BAN) - 2293 runs in T20I

• Max Odowd (NED) - 2278 runs in T20I

• Vikramjit Singh (NED) – 372 runs in T20I

Top Bowler to Watch in BAN vs NED

• Mustafizur Rahman (BAN) - 139 wickets in T20I

• Taskin Ahmed (BAN) - 88 wickets in T20I

• Paul van Meekeren (NED) - 84 wickets in T20I

BAN vs NED Recent Form

BAN vs NED Today Match Prediction Scenarios

Scenario 1- If BAN bats first

• First Innings score prediction- BAN is expected to score 165-180 runs

• Result prediction- BAN will win the match by 20-30 Runs 

Scenario 2- If NED bats first

• First Innings score prediction- NED is expected to score 130-150 runs.

• Result prediction- BAN will win the match by 6 wickets 

BAN vs NED Predicted Playing XI

Bangladesh (BAN) Playing XI 

Tanzid Hasan, Parvez Hossain Emon, Litton Das (c & wk), Towhid Hridoy, Shamim Hossain, Mahedi Hasan, Rishad Hossain, Taskin Ahmed, Mustafizur Rahman, Tanzim Hasan Sakib

Netherlands (NED) Playing XI

Max O'Dowd, Vikramjit Singh, Scott Edwards (c & wk), Sikander Zulfiqar, Noah Croes, Tim Pringle, Teja Nidamanuru, Kyle Klein, Paul van Meekeren, Aryan Dutt, Shariz Ahmed.

BAN vs NED Complete Squad

Bangladesh - 

Litton Das (c & wk), Tanzid Hasan, Parvez Hossain Emon, Saif Hassan, Towhid Hridoy, Jaker Ali, Shamim Hossain, Nurul Hasan, Mahedi Hasan, Rishad Hossain, Nasum Ahmed, Mustafizur Rahman, Tanzim Hasan, Taskin Ahmed, Shoriful Islam, Mohammad Saifuddin.

Netherlands -

Scott Edwards (c & wk), Noah Croes, Max O'Dowd, Vikramjit Singh, Teja Nidamanuru, Sikander Zulfiqar, Cedric de Lange, Kyle Klein, Aryan Dutt, Paul van Meekeren, Shariz Ahmad, Ben Fletcher, Daniel Doram, Sebastiaan Braat, Tim Pringle.

BAN vs NED Today Match Prediction - Who Will Win Today?

Bangladesh to win

We predict that Bangladesh will win this 1st T20I match. The likes of Litton Das, Mustafizur Rahman and Taskin Ahmed will be key players to watch out for.

The World Cup comes to Kolkata with Bangladesh and Netherlands a step out of the World Cup contention. Bangladesh still harbors hopes but will have to punch above their weight in the next two weeks with their batting form disappointing. The bowling too has been inconsistent and Bangladesh will have to find some balance.

The Netherlands punched above their weight but then received a huge hammering from Australia. The hammering could stay on their minds and they will have to get rid of any memories of the previous game soon.

NED vs BAN Match Details

Date: October 27th, 2023

Time:  2:00 PM IST

Venue: Kolkata

NED vs BAN Weather Report

The weather looks pretty clear for the upcoming fixture.

NED vs BAN Pitch Report

Kolkata has not hosted too many ODIs in recent times. Ideally, it is a high-scoring venue, and runs on the board remain a better option to apply pressure.

NED vs BAN Head-to-Head

NED vs BAN Predicted Playing XI

BAN Playing XI

Tanzid Hasan, Litton Das, Najmul Hossain Shanto, Shakib Al Hasan, Mushfiqur Rahim, Mahmadullah, Mehidy Hasan Miraz, Nasum Ahmed, Taskin Ahmed, Shoriful Islam, Mustafizur Rahman

NED Playing XI

Vikramjit Singh, Max O Dowd, Scott Edwards, Wesley Barresi, Bas De Leede, Teja Nidamanuru, Roloef Van Der Merwe, Colin Ackermann, Logan Van Beek, Paul Van Meekeren, Aryan Dutt

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NED vs BAN Key Players

Logan van Beek

Wickets have been coming for Logan van Beek but the economy is a concern. His batting too has been decent as van Beek is showing that he could deliver in both departments. He was decent against Australia with the ball despite all that happened and will be key against Bangladesh.

Mahmadullah

Mahmadullah came back into the squad a little late in their World Cup prep. After his return though, Mahmadullah has consistently been getting runs and was really good with his 111 against South Africa when the game was gone. With a struggling middle-order, Mahmadullah has done enough to keep Bangladesh from collapsing and is back to being a key part of the unit.

NED vs BAN Match Tips

Netherlands can spring a surprise here but head-to-head and skill keep Bangladesh slightly ahead.

Match Prediction: Bangladesh Will Win the Match