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Playing Australia At A World Cup Is Incredible, Says Babette De Leede After The Netherlands' Defeat To Australia

Babette De Leede: Netherlands captain Babette de Leede described her side's Women's T20 World Cup clash against Australia as a "massive moment" for Dutch cricket despite suffering a 98-run defeat to the six-time champions.

Australia piled up an imposing 219/6 after being put in to bat, with Beth Mooney leading the charge with a brilliant 74 off 42 balls and Ashleigh Gardner hammering 58 from 32 deliveries. The six-time champions then restricted the Netherlands to 121/3, although the Dutch side earned praise for their spirited batting display.

For De Leede, the match carried added significance as she and teammate Robine Rijke both celebrated their 100th T20 International appearances. Read More...

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