Scotland vs Nepal: ICC CWC League 2 Match Preview
Match Overview
Scotland is set to face Nepal in the 77th match of the ICC CWC League 2. This exciting encounter will take place at Forthill, Dundee, on June 8, starting at 03:30 PM IST.
Scotland's Performance
Scotland aims to bounce back from their previous defeat against Nepal as they prepare for this match. The team has shown strong form in the tournament, securing three victories in their last four games, with their only loss being a close contest against Nepal. They enter this match on the heels of a win against the Netherlands. Currently, Scotland holds 22 points and is positioned fourth in the standings, but a victory over Nepal could elevate them to third place.
Nepal's Recent Form
Conversely, Nepal has struggled throughout the tournament, yet their recent wins against Scotland and the Netherlands have likely boosted their confidence. With only 10 points from 14 matches, Nepal is currently in seventh place on the points table. A win against Scotland would mark their third consecutive victory, showcasing their improvement and team spirit.
Pitch Analysis
The pitch at Forthill is known for providing a balanced contest between bat and ball. Historically, the average first innings score here is around 206, while the second innings average drops to 180, indicating that batting may be challenging. Both pace and orthodox bowlers are expected to find assistance from this surface.
Head-to-Head Record
SCO vs NEP Head-to-Head
| SCO vs NEP head-to-head | |
| Matches Played | 9 |
| Won by Scotland | 3 |
| Won by Nepal | 5 |
| No Result | 1 |
| Tied | 0 |
Probable Lineups
Probable XI
Scotland: George Munsey, Charlie Tear, Richie Berrington (c), Matthew Cross (wk), Michael Leask, Brandon McMullen, Mark Watt, Jack Jarvis, Safyaan Sharif, Jasper Davidson, Finlay McCreath.
Nepal: Kushal Bhurtel, Aasif Sheikh (wk), Rohit Paudel (c), Aarif Sheikh, Lalit Rajbanshi, Dipendra Singh Airee, Gulsan Jha, Sompal Kami, Karan KC, Sandeep Lamichhane, Bhim Sharki.
Key Players to Watch
Must-Pick Players for SCO vs NEP
Top Wicketkeeper
- Matthew Cross | SCO: Cross has been in excellent form, amassing 212 runs in 11 innings, including a notable 39 against Nepal in their last encounter.
Top Batters
- George Munsey | SCO: Munsey has been a standout performer, scoring 703 runs in 13 innings and will aim to maintain his momentum.
- Gulshan Jha | NEP: Jha has also excelled, contributing 219 runs in 10 innings, including a half-century, and will look to continue his strong performance.
Top All-Rounders
- Brendon McMullen | SCO: McMullen has been pivotal, scoring 609 runs and taking 28 wickets, including a three-wicket haul against Nepal.
- Kushal Bhurtel | NEP: Bhurtel has scored 256 runs and taken 12 wickets, making him a valuable asset for the team.
Top Bowlers
- Jack Jarvis | SCO: Jarvis has taken 14 wickets in 11 innings and will be crucial for Scotland's bowling attack.
- Sompal Kami | NEP: Kami has been effective with 17 wickets in 11 innings, including a three-wicket haul against the Netherlands.