Scotland vs Nepal, ICCTRIS, Today Match Prediction
Scotland vs Nepal, ICCTRIS, Today Match Prediction
๐๐๐๐๐ :Scotland vs Nepal
๐๐๐๐ :June 17,Tuesday
๐๐๐๐ : 19:30 PM (IST)
๐๐๐๐๐ : Titwood Cricket Ground, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom
๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐ : 3rd T20 2025
Scotland eye second win in a clash with Nepal
- Scotland won their first match against Netherlands and are placed top of the points table with 2 points and an NRR of +1.95.
- Nepal have lost their only match so far and are currently bottom of the table with 0 points
- Brandon McMullen (Scotland) averages 47.5 in the last 8 T20I games scoring 285 runs at a superb strike rate of above 150.
SCT vs NEP Match Prediction & Analysis
Scotland take on Nepal in the third match of the Scotland T20 Tri-Series 2025 at Titwood, Glasgow, on June 17, with the game scheduled to begin at 7:30 PM IST. The tri-nation tournament features hosts Scotland, Nepal, and the Netherlands, with each side aiming to fine-tune their squads ahead of the T20 World Cup qualifiers.
So far, Scotland started strongly with a convincing win over the Netherlands, led by debutant Finlay McCreathโs all-round effort. Nepal, on the other hand, suffered a narrow loss to the Dutch despite a fighting knock from captain Rohit Paudel and a tidy spell from leg-spinner Sandeep Lamichhane. Scotland sit atop the points table with 2 points and a healthy net run rate, while Nepal are yet to open their account. This is the first-ever T20I clash between the two sides, which Scotland look likely to win.
TEAMS PREVIEW
Scotland Preview
Scotland will enjoy a home advantage as they face Nepal in Glasgow for their second match of the T20 Tri-Series. Theyโve made a perfect start to the tournament with a dominant win over the Netherlands in the opening game, which has placed them at the top of the table with 2 points and a Net Run Rate of +1.95.
Scotland started the series with a comfortable win over Netherlands by 39 runs. In the opening game, Scotland posted 160/8, thanks to Finlay McCreathโs impactful 40 on debut, and contributions from Matthew Cross (33) and George Munsey (30). Their bowlers, especially Safyaan Sharif (2/13) and Jack Jarvis (2/14), restricted Netherlands to 121, cruising to a 39โrun win.
Scotland currently sit at 13th in the ICC T20I team rankings with a rating of 191, while Nepal is placed 18th (165 rating points). Scotland and Nepal have never met in a T20I before, making this an intriguing new match-up. With momentum on their side and a well-balanced squad, Scotland will back themselves to extend their unbeaten run and inch closer to the Tri-Series final in home conditions.
Nepal Preview
Nepal play this as an away game in Glasgow, aiming to bounce back after a narrow defeat to the Netherlands in their opening match of the Scotland T20 Tri-Series. They currently sit at the bottom of the table with 0 points. Ranked 18th in the ICC T20I rankings with a rating of 165, Nepal are looking to build momentum in the series.
In their opening T20I clash against the Netherlands, it was a display of resilience and drama. After conceding 152, courtesy of a super spell from Sandeep Lamichhane (3/18), Nepal mounted a strong chaseโanchored by captain Rohit Paudelโs 48 and KushalโฏBhurtelโs attacking 34. The game ended 152 all, triggering not one but three Super Oversโan international first. In the first, both teams scored 19; the second saw 17 apiece. Ultimately, the Netherlands prevailed in the third Super Over, courtesy of two quick wickets from ZachโฏLionโCachet and a clean chase. Though heartbreaking, Nepal showed a never-say-die spirit.
Nepal and Scotland have never met in a T20I before, making this their first-ever encounter in the format. Key players to watch include Paudel with the bat and Lamichhane with the ball. While the conditions will favor the home side, Nepalโs bowling attack and middle-order might give them a fighting chance. All in all, a gripping setup this for the game between the hosts and Nepal.
Weather Conditions
The weather on the match day at Titwood, Glasgow, is expected to be mostly cloudy conditions with intermittent light rain early in the day. Temperatures will range between a high of 18โฏยฐC and a low of around 13โฏยฐC. There is a 30% chance of light rain on the match day.
SCT vs NEP Pitch Report
The venue is Titwood, Glasgow, established in 1876, and home to Clydesdale Cricket Club. With a capacity of around 6,000, Titwood is one of Scotlandโs four ICCโapproved international grounds. It hosted its first T20I on 15 June 2025, and previously staged ODIs in 2007. The pitch has proven batting-friendly, particularly for teams choosing to bat first, while early moisture often assists seamers.
Toss: To Bat
At Titwood, Glasgow, toss-winning captains in T20Is have consistently chosen to bat first, and that decision has paid offโboth matches at this venue so far resulted in wins for the side batting first. The team winning the toss should bat first here.
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