The Dutch will take part in the World Cup qualifiers that will be getting underway on Sunday.

Kirsten who coached India to the 50-over World Cup title 2011 will act as consultant for the Netherlands.

The former Australian cricketer, Dan Christian, was also brought in to bolster their coaching staff.

The Netherlands team spent some time at his academy in Cape Town before their departure to Australia for the World Cup.

“We are very excited to welcome both Gary Kirsten and Dan Christian to our coaching staff for the T20 World Cup,” Roland Lefebvre, the KNCB High Performance Manager.

“They bring a wealth of knowledge and experience to the table which will be of great help in the lead-up to and during the World Cup. 

“We are looking forward to the three all-important matches against the UAE, Namibia and Sri Lanka, the first match to be played on the 16th of October, and wish Ryan Cook and the team all the best.”

The Netherlands will begin their qualification campaign on Sunday at 10:00 against the United Arab Emirates.

Morgan Piek OFM Sport