In an exciting Scotland vs Nepal match, Nepal secured a dramatic two-wicket victory with only one ball remaining. Sandeep Lamichhane starred with both ball and bat, taking four wickets and hitting the winning run to complete the tense chase in Glasgow. The low-scoring match turned into a nail-biter as Nepal chased Scotland’s modest total of 97 runs.
Lamichhane took 4 for 11, dismantling Scotland’s middle and lower order. Earlier, Karan KC and Dipendra Singh Airee made early breakthroughs. Scotland ended up bowled out for just 97 runs in 19.4 overs, marking their second-lowest T20I total on home soil. Only Michael Leask held his ground, scoring a run-a-ball 46. None of the other batters managed to reach double digits except captain Matthew Cross.
Nepal’s chase got off to a rocky start. They quickly lost their openers, Lokesh Bam and Anil Sah, and soon after, captain Rohit Paudel followed suit, leaving the team in a tough spot at 38 for 3. Kushal Bhurtel stepped up to stabilize the innings with a measured 30 off 35 balls, but his dismissal in the 13th over sparked another collapse, and Nepal found themselves under increasing pressure.
The situation came down to needing 10 runs from the last 12 balls. Wickets kept falling, including that of Kiran Thagunna in the final over. With just one run needed off two balls, Lamichhane kept his composure and steered the team to victory with a single, sealing his match-winning performance.
The match between Scotland and Nepal took place just a day after Nepal faced a gut-wrenching loss to the Netherlands in a thrilling triple Super Over. Even with such a quick turnaround, Nepal showed incredible resilience and focus. Lamichhane’s impressive four-wicket haul and steady finish were key to their success.
Scotland’s first defeat in the tri-series revealed some weaknesses in their batting order. Meanwhile, Nepal demonstrated impressive resilience and composure when the pressure was on. This win not only lifted their morale but also showcased their ability to compete strongly in tight situations.
Nepal’s thrilling victory over Scotland proved their strength under pressure. Sandeep Lamichhane’s all-around brilliance made the difference in a tight contest. Despite early setbacks, Nepal showed great resilience and composure to chase down a modest target. This win boosts their confidence as they look ahead in the tri-series. Nepal now aims to build on this momentum in upcoming matches.
