One of the more exciting matches for fans in ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup League 2 was being paid in Forthill, Dundee. Eventually, the one-wicket thriller went Nepal’s way, and they clinched it with one ball to spare on June 2, 2025.
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Scotland vs Nepal Match Summary:https://www.espncricinfo.com/series/icc-men-s-cricket-world-cup-league-2-2023-24-2027-1420525/scotland-vs-nepal-73rd-match-1486772/full-scorecard
Scotland set a target of 297 for Nepal in their 73rd ICC CWC League 2 match. After setting up 296/7 in 50 overs, they had given their spirit to defending the total. Nepal chased it inside 49.5 overs, needing 297 to win, and with a wicket remaining, they scored 297/9.
First Innings: Scotland Put a Big Target
The Scotland innings was first held together by Charlie Tear’s 80 off 72 balls. Fifty in support from Finlay McCreath (55) and 40 from Richie Berrington further enabled Scotland to put a big total of 296 runs.
The most significant accomplishment in the innings was by the Nepal bowlers, especially Karan KC, who ended with figures of 2/43, and Sompal Kami and Sandeep Lamichhane, who also got 2 wickets apiece.
Second Innings: Pretty Much a Forgery for Nepal
Kushal Bhurtel (53) and Aasif Sheikh (20) kicked off the innings rapidly, but Bhim Sharki and Rohit Paudel kept Scotland on top with wickets at regular intervals. With five overs remaining and 45 needed, in came Karan KC playing a remarkable 65-run knock off 41 balls*, which was finally adjudged the Player of the Match. Bangladesh eventually got its way against the tide, raining four sixes.
Match Turning Point
Things took a tad volatile turn when Gulsan Jha (42 off 30) and Karan KC put together a devastating 50-run alliance for the 8th wicket. Even after Jha’s wicket, Karan KC had no plans of turning around.
End of Score Summary
Scotland 296/7 (Charlie Tear 80, McCreath 55; Karan KC 2/43) Nepal 297/9 in 49.5 overs (Karan KC 65*, Bhurtel 53; McMullen 3/47) Result: won by 1 wicket
Player of the Match: Karan KC (65* & 2/43)
Two valuable points to Nepal’s ICC CWC League 2 table that lend a hand to them in their chase toward getting ahead of the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup qualification. Strong statement taken by Nepal with this victory over good Scotland side in their den.
Final Thoughts
It will go down as one of the most exciting matches in the history of League 2, Nepal vs Scotland in Dundee. It will further be a game remembered for splendid performances by young talent combined with the experienced campaigners who have guided them along.
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