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Nepal vs Scotland fantasy tips!!

Nepal is playing the most important match with Scotland on June 17, 2025, in the ICC Men's Cricket World Cup League 2. This match is crucial for both teams as they aim to strengthen their positions in the league standings.

Date: 17 June, 2025

Time: 7:45 PM

Format: T20

Venue: Titwood Cricket Ground, Glasgow

Match and Players Preview:                                                                                                                              The Nepal vs. Netherlands match in the Scotland T20I Tri-Series 2025 went down to a thrilling triple super over, with the Netherlands ultimately winning. Nepal is scheduled to play Scotland next in the series, and both teams will be looking to bounce back from their previous results.

Scotland comes into the match with confidence after winning the Nepal by 2 runs in their ODI match on June 08, 2025. Scotland posted a formidable total of 296/7. Nepal responded with a strong chase, reaching 294/8. Richie Berrington's century (102 runs) and Michael Leask's 96 runs were standout performances for Scotland. Safyaan Sharif's crucial last-over bowling helped Scotland secure the narrow win.

Scotland won Netherland by 39 runs on June 15, 2025 and Netherland won Nepal on third super over on 16 june, 2025. So the match between Scotland vs Nepal will be most interesting today.

Nepal Squad:

Wicket Keeper: Aasif Sheikh

Batsman: Rohit Poudel (C), Bhim Sharki, Kiran Thagunna, Lokesh Bam, Kushal Bhurtel, Aarif Sheikh, Anil Shah, Basir Ahamad

Bowler: Sandeep Lamichhane, Sompal Kami, Karan KC, Lalit Rajbanshi, Nandan Yadav, Rijan Dhakal,

All Rounder: Dipendra Singh Airee, Gulsan Jha, Rupesh Singh

Scotland Squad:

Wicket Keeper: Matthew Cross

Batsman: George Munsey, Richie Berington, Finlay McCreath, Christopher McBride,  

Bowler: Mark Watt, Gavin Main, Jack Jarvis, Jasper Davidson, Safyaan Sharif, Chris Greaves,

All Rounder: Brandon McMullen, Michael Leask, Mackenzie Jones, Liam Naylor

Key Players of Nepal

1)     Sandeep Lamichhane (Leg-Spin)

• Role: Wicket-taker in middle overs
• Last Match: 3/18 (4 overs) – destroyed Scotland’s middle order
• Why He Matters: Netherlands struggles vs leg-spin (see: O’Dowd’s record).
• Key Stat: Takes a wicket every 12 ballsin T20Is since 2024.

2)     Rohit Paudel (Captain & Batter)

• Role: Anchor (Top 3)
• Last Match: 48 (35 balls) – only batter to resist Scotland
• X-Factor: Converts starts (3x 40+ scores in last 5 T20Is).

• Kushal Bhurtel (Opener)
• Role: Powerplay aggressor
• Last Match: 34 (23 balls, SR 147) – flying start but fell early
• Netherlands Fear: His SR of 140+in first 6 overs.

• Dipendra Singh Airee (All-Rounder)
• Role: Finisher + handy off-spin
• Last Match: 19 (14) with bat, 0/23 with ball
• Hidden Gem: Hits 1 six every 8 ballsin death overs.

Key Players of Scotland

• George Munsey
  • Role: Aggressive Opener
  • Form: 30 (17 balls) @ 176.47 SR
  • Weakness: Fell to spin (C. Saqib Zulfiqar)
  • Threat: Destructive in Power play – Nepal must bowl tight lines.

• Finlay Mc Creath

• Role: Middle-Order Anchor
• Form: 40 (28 balls) @ 142.85 SR
• Strength: Handles pace well (4 fours, 1 six)
• Vulnerability: Dismissed by medium-pace (Klein).

• Matthew Cross (c)
  • Role: Finisher
  • Form: 33 (24 balls) @ 137.50 SR
  • Key: Accelerates late – Nepal’s death bowling crucial.

• Christopher McBride
  • Impact: Quick 13 (8) @ 162.50 SR
  • Matchup: Struggles vs spin (dismissed by Mark Dutt).

Pitch and weather conditions.

The pitch has proven batting-friendly, particularly for teams choosing to bat first, while early moisture often assists seamers.

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 18 °C and a low of around 13 °C. There is a 30% chance of light rain on the match day.

How to Play on Team11

1. Download the App– Install Team11 app from the Play Store and if you haven’t an account, sign-up. If you have an account, log in it.
2. Select Match– Choose Nepal vs Scotland from Upcoming matches.
3. Choose a contest as you prefer- You can join both free or paid contests.
4. Build Your Team(11 players):
   • Balance: 4-5 batters, 3-4 bowlers, 1-2 all-rounders.
   • Captain/Vice-Captain:

Captain = 2x points

Vice-Captain = 1.5x points

• Safe Picks: Sandeep Lamichhane (NEP), George Munsey (SCO).
• Differential Picks: Nandan Yadav (NEP), Safyaan Sharif(SCO).

 Fantasy Tips:

✔ Form Matters: Pick George Munsey (SCO) & Rohit Poudel (NEP) for consistency.
✔ All-Rounders Win Games: Michael Leask (SCO) and Dipendra Singh Airee (NEP).
✔ Pitch Insight: If spin-friendly, prioritize Sandeep Lamichhane and Mark Watt.
✔ Captaincy Choices:

• 2x Points: Sandeep Lamichhane (wicket potential) / George Munsey (high strike rate).
• 5x Points: Aasif Sheikh (quick starts) / Richie Berrington (anchor role).

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