Nepal vs Scotland: The ICC Cricket World Cup League 2 returns with a fresh tri-series featuring Nepal, Scotland, and Netherlands. This time, the action kicks off in Scotland, with Nepal vs Scotland set for the opening match on Monday.
Nepal vs Scotland: Match Details
- Date: Monday
- Time: 3:45 PM Nepali Time
- Venue: Dundee, Scotland
Nepal will take on hosts Scotland in their first match of the League 2 cycle. The game will be crucial for Nepal as they look to climb the table.
Head-to-Head Record in ODIs
Nepal and Scotland have faced each other 8 times in ODIs. Here’s how the numbers stack up:
| Matches | Nepal Wins | Scotland Wins | No Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8 | 4 | 3 | 1 |
Nepal are unbeaten in their last four ODIs against Scotland, with three wins and one no result. In the last series played in Kirtipur in 2023, Nepal won both matches.
Previous League 2 Encounter
The last time Nepal and Scotland met was during the League 2 series in the USA in October. Nepal won one match, while the second was abandoned due to rain.
Nepal’s Preparation in the UK
Before arriving in Scotland, Nepal played practice matches against county clubs in the UK, remaining unbeaten. They also played two practice matches against Scotland A, winning one and the other being washed out after Nepal scored 253 runs in 45 overs.
Nepal’s Standings in the League
Currently, Nepal sits at the bottom of the League 2 points table with 6 points from 12 matches. This away series is crucial for the team to improve its position and boost qualification hopes.
Conditions in Scotland Will Be Key
Playing in Scottish conditions will be a challenge for Nepal. If the team shows the same patience and consistency in batting as they did in their practice matches, Nepal could secure some important wins in this tri-nation series.
