Ongoing Netherlands T20I tri-series Scotland faced the Netherlands and witnessed something that they didn’t expect Netherlands got all-out on 87 and Scotland won the match by 72 runs something rare all fans have witnessed. Scotland who were underdogs played like a strong team and defeated the Netherlands.
Losing toss is the new trend
Till now we have seen that whoever has lost the toss has won the match. This trend has made this series entertaining and thrilling. In yesterday’s match too Netherlands won the toss and opted to bowl first which they understood after collapsing of wickets. Losing the toss sometimes gives you confidence you can plan the strategies accordingly. Scotland would have thought that after losing the toss it’s a golden chance to prove themselves that they can also play like a strong team.
Batting Bonanza by Scotland
Scotland had lost the toss and was invited to bat first by the Netherlands and they rose for the occasion an impressive batting performance by Scotland left everyone awestruck and feeling like this was not Scotland’s team. George Munsey was the only batter who scored half a century no other batter could cross the 20-run mark but still, they managed to score 158 onboard. Power-packed performance by Scotland gave some hints about their preparations for the World Cup.
Decent Bowling by the Netherlands
Winning the toss didn’t help much for the Dutch as they looked a little bit stressed yet they bowled very well. Van Beek was the only bowler who picked three wickets and bowled an economical spell. Only two matches are remaining and the World Cup is just 10 days away so practice should be in full flow and need to plan more strategies.
The Netherlands collapsed like a pack of cards
After a decent bowling performance now it was time to chase the target but the day went against the odds with the Netherlands, the whole team got all-out on 87. Except for skipper Scott Edwards and Bas de Leede, no other batter could contribute and lost their wickets. A disastrous batting collapse helped Scotland to win the match by 71 runs. Such kind of approach won’t be entertained in the World Cup, one result will decide the team’s fortune.
Scotland shined with bowling
Scotland held their nerves and gave their career-best performance they bowled out the Netherlands on 87 which gave them the confidence to gear up for the next match. All bowlers picked wickets but Mark Watt outshined well he conceded just 12 runs and picked 4 wickets which is the career-best spell by any Scottish bowler. George Munsey was adjourned as Man Of the Match.
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