Archive · 11 Sep 2026
Tim David Praises Dutch Talent Ahead Of ETPL Ireland Leg
Tim David is playing for the Amsterdam Flames in the first European T20 Premier League season.
He says it is exciting to play cricket in a new part of the world.
The league includes matches in the Netherlands, Scotland and Ireland.
David was especially impressed by the Dutch players on his team.
He thinks they have strong skills and can adapt well to local conditions.
He also said Steve Waugh and Jamie Dwyer can teach the team from their experience.
For David, success is not only about winning the trophy.
He also wants his teammates to enjoy the competition and learn something from it.
Amsterdam Flames are scheduled to play Edinburgh Castle Rockers on September 13.
Amsterdam Flames and Tim David have made a strong start to their inaugural European T20 Premier League campaign.
David praised the skill and adaptability of the Dutch players in the Amsterdam Flames squad.
He said playing in the Netherlands, Scotland and Ireland offered overseas players a chance to experience a new cricket region.
David said Steve Waugh and Jamie Dwyer provide valuable experience as Amsterdam Flames owners.
Beyond winning the trophy, David considers team enjoyment, learning and positive relationships measures of success.
- Who
- Tim David and the Amsterdam Flames, including their Dutch players and owners Steve Waugh and Jamie Dwyer.
- What
- David discussed the inaugural European T20 Premier League, praised Dutch talent and described his broader definition of team success.
- When
- The comments were published on September 11, 2026; Amsterdam Flames are scheduled to play on September 13, 2026.
- Where
- The competition is being played across the Netherlands, Scotland and Ireland, with the interview made at the start of the Ireland leg.
- Why
- David said the league offers overseas players a new cricket experience and gives Amsterdam Flames an opportunity to build relationships, learn and compete.
- Competition
- European T20 Premier League 2026
- Team
- Amsterdam Flames
- Player
- Tim David
- Tournament status
- Inaugural season
- Upcoming match
- Edinburgh Castle Rockers vs Amsterdam Flames
- Match time
- September 13, 2026, from 3 p.m.
- Broadcast
- JioHotstar and Star Sports Network