Shreyas Movva's 83 Fires Canada to Victory
Canada have won by 2 wickets. Netherlands batted first and posted 214/10 in 48 overs. Canada chased down 215 in just 49.5 overs.
Scott Edwards was the standout in the first innings, scoring 58 off 76 balls (SR 76). 5 fours provided the impetus. The powerplay yielded 21 runs — early wickets put them under pressure from the start.
In the chase, Shreyas Movva anchored the innings with 83 off 108 balls. It was a measured knock that kept Canada on track despite losing wickets around him.
With the ball, Aryan Dutt delivered figures of 3/41 in 10 overs (Econ 4.1). Crucial breakthroughs at key moments that shifted the momentum.
NED lead the series 7-1. The pressure is firmly on the chasing side now.
The Turning Point
Over 45 of the first innings was the inflection point — 18 runs came off it, shifting the momentum and setting the stage for a total that ultimately proved too much.
Key Performers
83* off 108 balls (SR 77), 5 fours, 0 sixes
3/41 in 10 overs (Econ: 4.10)
58 off 76 balls (SR 76), 5 fours, 0 sixes
Verdict
Canada showed composure when it mattered most and deserve this victory. Netherlands will rue missed opportunities — a 2 wickets deficit could have been avoided with sharper execution in the key moments. NED lead the series 7-1. The pressure is firmly on the chasing side now.