Scotland vs Nepal, ICC T29 ODI Preview
Scotland faces Nepal in Match 29 (T29) of the ICC ODI series a contest that brings together two highly motivated associate nations in white-ball cricket with World Cup qualification stakes always in play, this encounter is crucial for both teams aiming to make their mark internationally.
Match Details – Time, Date & Venue
- Match: Scotland vs Nepal – ICC ODI T29
- Date: June 3, 2025
- Time: 10:00 AM GMT / 3:45 PM IST / 4:00 PM NPT / 11:00 AM Local (UK Time)
- Venue: Grange Cricket Club, Edinburgh, Scotland
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Format: One Day International (ODI)
Scotland vs Nepal Head-to-Head (H2H) ODI Record
| Match | Date | Winner | Margin | Venue |
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| 1 | Feb 17, 2023 | Scotland | 3 wickets | Kathmandu |
| 2 | Feb 20, 2023 | Nepal | 2 runs | Kathmandu |
| 3 | July 13, 2022 | Nepal | 5 wickets | Glasgow |
H2H Summary:
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Total ODIs Played: 3
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Scotland Wins: 1
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Nepal Wins: 2
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Ties/No Results: 0
Nepal holds a slight edge in recent meetings but every match has been close, reflecting the growing competitiveness between these teams.
Current Form & Team News
Scotland Form
Scotland has been consistent in ODI formats, winning 3 of their last 5 games they rely on strong batting from George Munsey and disciplined bowling by Safyaan Sharif.
🇳🇵 Nepal Form
Nepal momentum is high after back to back wins youngsters like Kushal Bhurtel and Lamichhane have been vital in building pressure and seizing key moments.
Team News:
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Scotland: No injury updates likely to field the same XI.
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Nepal: Spinner Sandeep Lamichhane returns after serving suspension.
Probable Playing XIs
Scotland
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George Munsey
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Kyle Coetzer
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Richie Berrington (C)
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Michael Leask
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Matthew Cross (WK)
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Brandon McMullen
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Chris Greaves
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Mark Watt
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Safyaan Sharif
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Chris Sole
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Gavin Main
Nepal
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Kushal Bhurtel
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Aasif Sheikh (WK)
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Rohit Paudel (C)
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Bhim Sharki
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Dipendra Singh Airee
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Aarif Sheikh
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Sompal Kami
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Sandeep Lamichhane
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Karan KC
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Gulshan Jha
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Lalit Rajbanshi
Today Match Prediction
Prediction:
Scotland enters as the slight favorite due to experience and recent ODI form but Nepal spinners could change the game on a slower track.
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Win Probability:
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Scotland: 55%
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Nepal: 45%
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Predicted Score:
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Scotland: 248/8 (50 Overs)
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Nepal: 233/10 (47.3 Overs)
Predicted Result:
Scotland to win by 15 runs
Key Players to Watch
Scotland
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George Munsey: Aggressive opener capable of explosive starts
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Safyaan Sharif: Reliable pace bowler with ODI experience
Nepal
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Kushal Bhurtel: Match-winner with the bat
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Sandeep Lamichhane: Wicket-taking leg spinner game-changer in middle overs
Live Scorecard – Ball by Ball Updates
Stay tuned for real-time updates:
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Runs per over
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Fall of wickets
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Partnerships
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Bowling economy
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Live win probability graph
Bookmark scotland-vs-nepal-live-score for the full ball-by-ball scorecard.
Weather & Pitch Report
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Weather: Partly cloudy with minimal chance of rain
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Pitch Type: Balanced with slight help for spinners in second innings
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Toss Factor: Win toss bat first
External Links
Include links like:
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ICC Official Website for fixtures and results
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Cricbuzz Scotland vs Nepal for live commentary
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ESPNcricinfo Match Centre for detailed stats
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Weather Forecast – Edinburgh for pitch & condition
FAQs
When is the Scotland vs Nepal ICC ODI T29 match?
Check your local listings but the match is scheduled for June 3, 2025, at 10:00 AM GMT.
Where can I watch the live scorecard?
Visit https://betpredictiontoday.com/ for real-time ball-by-ball updates.
Who is more likely to win?
Scotland has a marginal edge but Nepal spin attack could flip the script.
Is Sandeep Lamichhane playing?
Yes, he’s available for selection and likely to play.
Conclusion
The Scotland vs Nepal ICC ODI T29 promises to be a nail biter between two developing yet dangerous sides while Scotland brings experience and consistency, Nepal fearless youth and spin department could prove vital, Stay tuned for live updates, expert tips and accurate predictions as these two teams battle for ODI dominance.