
Netherlands thrashed United Arab Emirates at Amstelveen on Tuesday (May 7) - here is the updated 2023-27 ICC Cricket World Cup League 2 points table after the result.
In the ongoing tri-series, also a part of the 2023-27 Cricket World Cup League 2, hosts Netherlands beat UAE by 113 runs to kickstart their proceedings. The win was set up by captain Scott Edwards, who hit a 78-ball 74 to help the Dutch score 272-7 batting first.
In reply, UAE were skittled out for just 159 in 41.2 overs, with Paul van Meekeren (3-24) leading the attack, supported by Vivian Kingma (2-28) and Kyle Klein (2-43). Michael Levitt and Zach Lion-Cachet chipped in with a wicket apiece.
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Also read: Netherlands tri-nation series 2025: Schedule, squads, where to watch live
What is the ICC Cricket World Cup League 2?
The ICC Cricket World Cup League 2 is an international competition played in the ODI format as a gateway to the Cricket World Cup and is the second level of the qualification system. The top four sides in the tournament will advance to the Cricket World Cup Qualifier, while the remaining four will be required to take part in the Cricket World Cup Qualifier Play-off. There, the top four sides from the ICC World Cup Challenge League, ICC’s third-tier 50-over tournament, will also fight for a World Cup spot.
Also read: ICC Cricket World Cup League 2 schedule: Full fixtures list, teams and venues
ICC Cricket World Cup League 2 2023-27 points table after NED vs UAE
The Netherlands drew level with table-toppers USA on 22 points but remain second since they have won one fewer match while playing one more. Meanwhile, UAE succumbed to their 11th loss in 13 matches, languishing at the bottom of the points table.
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