Sweeping Changes In Dutch Cricket (02 Dec 1996)

2 December 1996

Sweeping changes in Dutch Cricket

The general meeting of the Dutch Cricket Association (KNCB) of 30 November 1996 approved plans for sweeping changes in Dutch cricket. The league setup will be reorganized in such a way that now time is available to introduce 2 day matches on a regional basis.

When the Dutch got into the world cup (and made some impression) it was finally realized that more than just "one day games" was necessary to reach a higher level in cricket. Last year saw the introduction of the first grass wickets. Now the two day game is introduced. This combination, combined with the many overseas "first class players" must be a start to lift the game in the Netherlands.

If one want to succeed three problems remain. One is money. The second is a healthy attitude towards the "lower" cricket and youth. And the third is stamina. It takes blood sweat and tears to bring our cricket on a higher level. But it is most certainly worth to try.