ICC World Cup 2023, Match 2 | Pakistan Vs Netherlands Head-to-Head


image-lnd15zumPakistan team players during their World Cup 2023 warm-up fixture (AP)

Following a cracking opening game in Ahmedabad, the World Cup 2023 will continue with a high-profile contest between Pakistan and the Netherlands. The Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium in Hyderabad will host the match on October 6.

As both teams brace themselves for their respective opening fixture of the tournament, here at OneCricket, we take a look at how they have fared against each other so far in ODIs via their head-to-head record.


Pakistan vs Netherlands Head-to-Head Record in ODIs

Pakistan and the Netherlands first crossed paths at the ODI stage in 1996 during a Group B World Cup game in Lahore. So far, the two sides have faced each other six times in the format, including thrice during their three-match series in Rotterdam in August 2022. Here is a look at the overall Pakistan vs Netherlands head-to-head record in ODI matches.

Pakistan vs Netherlands Head-to-Head in ODIs
Matches: 6
Pakistan won: 6
Netherlands won: 0
Tie/NR: 0

As evidenced by the aforementioned stats, the Netherlands is yet to overcome Pakistan challenge in ODIs. They have lost each of their six fixtures against the ‘Men in Green’; however, they twice came close to upstaging the Asian giants during their 2022 home series.


Pakistan vs Netherlands Head-to-Head Record in ODI World Cups

image-lnd1dywePakistan and Netherlands last faced each other in August 2022 (x.com)

Pakistan and Netherlands have faced each other only twice at an ODI World Cup. Their first overall meeting also occurred during the World Cup stage back in 1996 in Lahore. Seven years later, they went up against each other in Paarl, South Africa, for a Pool A game at the 2003 event. 

Pakistan vs Netherlands Head-to-Head in World Cups
Matches: 2
Pakistan won: 2
Netherlands won: 0

As one can expect, heavyweights Pakistan emerged victorious in both their World Cup meetings, tendering the Netherlands winless at the global event.


Pakistan vs Netherlands Head-to-Head Record in ODIs in India

Pakistan and the Netherlands are yet to collide in India, regardless of the format. Their upcoming bout at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium in Hyderabad marks their first-ever ODI meeting in India.