Match Overview
Nepal secured a six-wicket victory against Scotland in their second encounter of the Cricket World Cup League 2 tri-series.
Scotland Innings
Batting first, Scotland was all out for 194 runs in 39.1 overs. Brandon McMullen was the top scorer with 73 runs, supported by Michael English who contributed 51 runs. Lalit Rajbanshi was the standout bowler for Nepal, taking four wickets for 32 runs, including those of Scotland's captain Richie Berrington, who scored 12, and Michael Leask, who scored one.
Nepal Innings
In response, Nepal reached 199 for 4 in 38.1 overs. Early setbacks included Khushal Bhurtel, who was dismissed leg before wicket by McMullen after scoring 28 runs, and Aasif Sheikh, who was run out after scoring 29. However, Ishan Pandey's 55 runs and Rohit Paudel's unbeaten 74 runs anchored Nepal's innings and guided the team to victory.
Series Context
Prior to this match, Scotland had recorded wins against Nepal and the United States in the series. They are scheduled to face the United States again on Wednesday. Nepal, having secured two wins, will play their final match against the United States on Friday.
Match Statistics
Nepal 199-4 (38.1 overs): Paudel 74* (not out), Pandey 55; Watt 2-58
Scotland 194 all out (39.1 overs): McMullen 73, English 51; Rajbanshi 4-32
