BANGLADESH MEETS THE NETHERLANDS

Peter Borren

Captain, Netherlands

We live in exciting times. Bangladesh is part of a booming Asian hemisphere. The spirit of cricket, with its drive and enthusiasm, symbolizes the country's energy and its ambition to have a better future for its people.

Bangladesh and the Netherlands have a lot in common. Both are delta countries and densely populated. Of course we share experiences in water management. We also work together in areas such as education, health and women's empowerment.

We aim to broaden our cooperation with Bangladesh and to increase trade and investments between our countries. Bangladesh and The Netherlands stand united in their passion for sports. Let me wish Peter and Shakib good luck in the World Cup Cricket.

Alphons Hennekens, Ambassador of the Netherlands in Bangladesh

Shakib Al Hasan

Captain, Bangladesh

South Africa has beaten Bangladesh by 206 runs, kicking Bangladesh out of the Cricket World Cup after winning three out of five matches.

Bangladesh experienced a glorious victory over the Netherlands in Chittagong, where they won the cricket match by six wickets. The stadium and the city jumped with joy, not just for another win, but also for keeping hope alive at entering the quarter finals. They defeated Ireland and stunned cricket fans with an exciting match against England, winning by two wickets.

India won the World Cup Cricket 2011 on Saturday by beating neighboring Sri Lanka by six wickets in a thrilling final played in Mumbai.

The Netherlands played their fourth World Cup Cricket, they played well but unfortunately the competition was too strong. Their best performance was seen in their first match, against England. The Dutch team also promoted friendship between the Netherlands and Bangladesh by donating a check to the NGO Friendship. See also the press release.