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From Dubai’s dusty debut in 2013 to Mumbai’s Wankhede roar in 2026, the Scotland national cricket team vs Nepal national cricket team match scorecard has delivered raw associate drama. Last-ball thrillers, Lamichhane magic, Berrington centuries, epic chases, heartbreaking collapses. This rivalry burns hotter than most full-member clashes. Welcome to every scorecard that shaped it.
Latest Matches
Recent Scotland National Cricket Team Vs Nepal National Cricket Team Timeline Encounters (as of February 2026)
| # | Date | Format | Venue | Toss Winner / Batted First | Scotland Score | Nepal Score | Result | Series / Event | Player of the Match |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 20 Jun 2025 | T20I | Titwood, Glasgow | Scotland / Bat | 193/5 (20) | 159 (18.5) | Scotland won by 34 runs | Scotland T20 Tri-Series 2025 | George Munsey (78 off 39) |
| 2 | 17 Jun 2025 | T20I | Titwood, Glasgow | Nepal / Field | 97 (19.4) | 98/8 (19.5) | Nepal won by 2 wickets | Scotland T20 Tri-Series 2025 | Sandeep Lamichhane (4/11) |
| 3 | 08 Jun 2025 | ODI | Forthill, Dundee | Scotland / Bat | 323/6 (50) | 321 (50) | Scotland won by 2 runs | Scotland Tri-Nation ODI Series | Michael Leask |
| 4 | 02 Jun 2025 | ODI | Forthill, Dundee | Nepal / Field | 296/7 (50) | 297/9 (49.5) | Nepal won by 1 wicket | Scotland Tri-Nation ODI Series | Karan KC (65* & 2/43) |
| 5 | 04 Nov 2024 | ODI | Grand Prairie, Texas | – | 26/1 (rain) | – | Match Abandoned | ICC CWC League 2 2023-27 | – |
| 6 | 29 Oct 2024 | ODI | Grand Prairie, Texas | Nepal / Field | 154 (41.4) | 157/5 (29.5) | Nepal won by 5 wickets | ICC CWC League 2 2023-27 | Aarif Sheikh |
| 7 | 21 Feb 2023 | ODI | Kirtipur, Nepal | Nepal / Field | – | – | Nepal won by 2 wickets | ICC CWC League 2 | Dipendra Singh Airee |
| 8 | 17 Feb 2023 | ODI | Kirtipur, Nepal | Nepal / Field | – | – | Nepal won by 3 wickets | ICC CWC League 2 | – |
| 9 | 08 Dec 2022 | ODI | Windhoek, Namibia | – | – | – | Scotland won by 8 wickets | ICC CWC League 2 | – |
| 10 | 04 Dec 2022 | ODI | Windhoek, Namibia | – | – | – | Scotland won by 3 wickets | ICC CWC League 2 | – |
| 11 | 17 Jul 2022 | ODI | Glasgow, Scotland | – | – | – | Scotland won by 8 wickets | ICC CWC League 2 | – |
| 12 | 13 Jul 2022 | ODI | Glasgow, Scotland | – | – | – | Nepal won by 5 wickets | ICC CWC League 2 | – |
Overall Head-to-Head Summary Table
| Format | Matches Played | Scotland Wins | Nepal Wins | No Result / Tie | Scotland Win % | Nepal Win % |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ODI | 10 | 4 | 5 | 1 | 40% | 50% |
| T20I | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 50% | 50% |
| Overall | 12 | 5 | 6 | 1 | 42% | 50% |
Best Player Performance Analysis Table (Standout Heroes in SCO vs NEP)
| Player | Team | Format | Matches | Runs (Avg) | HS | Wickets (Avg) | Best Bowling | POTM Awards | Notable Moment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Richie Berrington | SCO | ODI | 8+ | 350+ | 102 | – | – | 2 | Match-winning century (Jun 2025) |
| George Munsey | SCO | T20I | 2 | 120+ | 78 | – | – | 1 | Explosive 78 off 39 in 34-run win |
| Kushal Bhurtel | NEP | ODI | 9+ | 380+ | 90+ | – | – | 1 | Consistent top-order anchor |
| Sandeep Lamichhane | NEP | T20I | 2 | – | – | 6 (under 6) | 4/11 | 1 | Match-winning spell that sealed thriller |
| Karan KC | NEP | ODI | 4 | 100+ | 65* | 8+ | 3/47 | 2 | Heroic 65* + death bowling (Jun 2025) |
| Michael Leask | SCO | Both | 6+ | 180+ | 46 | 5+ | – | 2 | All-round hero in multiple wins |
| Aarif Sheikh | NEP | ODI | 3 | 120+ | – | – | – | 1 | Unbeaten chase masterclass (2024) |
ODI-Only Deep Dive Analysis Table
| Category | Scotland Edge | Nepal Edge | Closest Margin Ever | Highest Team Total | Lowest Team Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Wins | 4 (mostly home) | 5 (mostly chasing) | 1 wicket / 2 runs | 323 (SCO, 2025) | 97 (SCO, T20 but ODI context 154) |
| Chasing Record | Average | Outstanding (4/5 wins) | Nepal 297/9 chasing 297 | – | – |
| Home Wins | Strong (3/4) | 1 | – | – | – |
| Biggest Victory | 8 wickets (twice) | 5 wickets (twice) | – | – | – |
| Recent Form (Last 5 ODIs) | 2 wins | 3 wins + 1 NR | – | – | – |
T20I Analysis Table
| Category | Scotland Edge | Nepal Edge | Key Stats / Insight | Closest Margin | Highest Total | Lowest Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Matches Played | – | – | 3 (all since 2025) | – | – | – |
| Wins | 2 | 1 | Scotland leads 2-1 | 2 wickets / 34 runs | 193/5 (SCO) | 97 (SCO) |
| Batting First Record | Strong (won when batting first) | Mixed | SCO 193/5 won; NEP chased low in thriller | – | – | – |
| Chasing Record | Average | Excellent (won dramatic chase) | Nepal chased 98 with 1 ball left | 2 wickets (Nepal) | – | – |
| Home/Away | Dominant at home (2-0 in Glasgow) | Strong in thriller away | All matches in Scotland; upcoming neutral | – | – | – |
| Recent Form (Last 3) | W-L-W | L-W-L | Split series 1-1 in 2025 tri-series | – | – | – |
| Biggest Win | 34 runs (Jun 20, 2025) | 2 wickets (Jun 17, 2025) | Low-scoring vs high-scoring battles | – | – | – |
| Player Impact | George Munsey explosive openers | Sandeep Lamichhane match-winner | Lamichhane 4/11 + winning run in thriller | – | – | – |
First Ever Clash Scorecard: T20I Dubai 2014 – Nepal’s Early Statement
November 18, 2013 | ICC Academy Ground No 2, Dubai | T20I | Toss: Scotland elected to field first | Result: Scotland won by 8 wickets with 4 balls remaining. This Scotland national cricket team vs Nepal national cricket team match scorecard was the historic first clash that kicked off one of associate cricket’s most passionate rivalries.
Nepal batted and faced immediate pressure. Subash Khakurel fell for 6 in 1.2 overs, Sagar Pun 11 and Gyanendra Malla 14 followed quickly to make 35 for 3 in 5.5 overs. Binod Bhandari fought hard with 28 off 25 balls including two fours and two sixes. Paras Khadka contributed 27. But Scotland’s Gordon Goudie took 3 for 29 and Safyaan Sharif 3 for 19 to restrict them to 137 for 7. Basant Regmi remained not out on 13.
Scotland’s reply was clinical. Richie Berrington stumped for 5 in 3.3 overs. Calum MacLeod then took control with an unbeaten 82 off 64 balls, smashing five fours and three sixes. Matt Machan added 28 before being caught and bowled by Khadka. Kyle Coetzer stayed unbeaten on 20. The crucial 73-run partnership for the third wicket took them to 138 for 2 in 19.2 overs.
Player of the match was Calum MacLeod. Highest score in the match was his 82. Best bowling figures 3 for 19 by Sharif. Nepal showed early promise but the collapse and chase highlighted Scotland’s superiority. Fans in Kathmandu were disappointed while Scottish supporters in the stands went wild. This scorecard proved Nepal could compete but Scotland had the edge in the first ever meeting.
| Category | Star Player/Team | Exact Stat | Why It Was Epic & Best for Rivalry |
|---|---|---|---|
| Highest Individual Score | Calum MacLeod (SCO) | 82* off 64 (5×4, 3×6, SR 128) | Anchored chase, lit up Dubai night, launched SCO dominance |
| Best Bowling Figures | Safyaan Sharif (SCO) | 3/19 in 4 overs (econ 4.75) | Triggered early collapse, first warning to Nepal batsmen |
| Top Nepal Run-Scorer | Binod Bhandari | 28 off 25 (2×4, 2×6, SR 112) | Gritty fightback from 35/3, showed Nepal’s never-give-up spirit |
| Highest Successful Chase | Scotland | 138/2 in 19.2 overs | Clinical 8-wicket win, set “Scotland chase kings” tag early |
| Worst Collapse | Nepal early | 35/3 in 5.5 overs | Classic drama, Khakurel-Pun-Malla gone cheap – rivalry signature |
| Key Partnership | MacLeod-Coetzer (SCO) | 73 runs (unbroken) | Turned 65/2 into victory with 4 balls spare |
| Best Moment | MacLeod’s sixes | Three monster hits | Crowd erupted, Kathmandu fans stunned on TV |
| Interesting Fact | First Ever Meeting | Scotland 2 pts, Nepal 0 | Sparked 12+ years of League 2 thrillers & WC qual wars |
League 2 Wars Begin: 2023-2024 Scotland vs Nepal Scorecards & Turning Points
The League 2 phase from late 2023 into 2024 ramped up this Scotland national cricket team vs Nepal national cricket team match scorecard rivalry big time. Key clashes in Dallas and beyond set the tone for epic battles ahead.
October 29 2024 Dallas Grand Prairie. Scotland batted first and crumbled to 154 all out in 41.4 overs. Michael Jones top-scored with 19 but wickets tumbled against spin. Nepal chased comfortably 157 for 5 in 29.5 overs. Aarif Sheikh smashed unbeaten runs to seal a five-wicket win with 121 balls spare. Nepal’s dominance in USA conditions stunned Scottish fans.
November 4 2024 another Dallas game abandoned after Nepal reached 26 for 1 in 6 overs. No result but points shared.
These early League 2 encounters showed Nepal’s growing chase strength against Scotland’s batting fragility. Nepal grabbed crucial points boosting their ICC ranking push for World Cup qualifiers. Scotland regrouped later but these scorecards marked turning points. Nepal proved they could humble the hosts anywhere. The rivalry heated up fast heading into 2025 Dundee thrillers. Who knew Dallas would spark such fire?
| Category | Star Player/Team | Exact Stat | Why It Was Epic & Best for Rivalry |
|---|---|---|---|
| Highest Individual Score (Match) | Aarif Sheikh (NEP) | Key unbeaten contribution in chase | Anchored 5-wkt win in Dallas, first big League 2 statement |
| Best Bowling Impact | Nepal bowlers (collective) | Restricted SCO to 154 all out | Spin trap collapsed Scotland, highlighted NEP’s edge |
| Top Scotland Run-Scorer | Michael Jones (SCO) | 19 in low total | Rare resistance but exposed batting inconsistency |
| Fastest Successful Chase | Nepal | 157/5 in 29.5 overs (target 155) | 121 balls remaining, crushing dominance in neutral venue |
| Biggest Win Margin | Nepal | 5 wickets (121 balls left) | Record margin in series start, shocked Scottish camp |
| Worst Team Collapse | Scotland | 154 all out in 41.4 overs | Classic mid-innings slide, Nepal pounced on weakness |
| Key Partnership | Nepal middle order | Unbroken chase stand | Turned pressure into easy victory, chase kings tag grows |
| Best All-Round Moment | Aarif Sheikh (NEP) | POTM + match-winning knocks | Player of the Match heroics, social media buzz in Kathmandu |
| Most Dramatic Moment | Final Dallas chase | 29.5 overs finish | Nepal fans erupted online, Scotland’s League 2 hopes dented |
| Interesting Fact | Head-to-Head in 2023-24 Start | NEP 1 win, 1 no result | Set stage for 2025 Dundee epics & 2026 T20WC fireworks |
2025 Dundee Double-Header Scorecards: Nepal’s 1-Wicket Epic & Scotland’s 2-Run Revenge
June 2 & June 8 2025 Forthill Dundee | ODI | League 2 double-header | Mixed tosses | Nepal’s thriller then Scotland’s heartbreaker. These Scotland national cricket team vs Nepal national cricket team match scorecards delivered pure drama in Scottish rain-soaked summer.
June 2 Nepal chased history. Scotland posted 296/7 Charlie Tear smashed 80 Brandon McMullen added quick runs. Nepal started strong Kushal Bhurtel 53 but collapsed to 192/7. Enter Karan KC. Unbeaten 65 off 41 with four sixes he dragged them home. 297/9 in 49.5 overs. One-wicket win last ball. Nepal’s highest ODI chase ever. Forthill erupted Kathmandu streets exploded. Karan KC Player of the Match heroics changed everything.
June 8 revenge time. Scotland batted first Richie Berrington century 102 Michael Leask blasted 96. 323/6 massive total. Nepal fought back Bhim Sharki 73 Dipendra Singh Airee all-round fire. They reached 321 all out in 50 overs. Scotland won by 2 runs. Nail-biting finish Scotland held nerve. League 2 points split but rivalry intensified. These games boosted both ICC rankings Nepal’s chase kings tag grew Scotland showed fightback grit. World Cup qual hopes hung in balance.
| Category | Star Player/Team | Exact Stat | Why It Was Epic & Best for Rivalry |
|---|---|---|---|
| Highest Individual Score | Richie Berrington (SCO) | 102 off 114 balls | Anchored massive 323/6 in revenge game, century under pressure |
| Best Bowling Figures | Brandon McMullen (SCO) | 3/42 in chase (June 2) | Ripped middle order, set up collapse before Karan magic |
| Top Nepal Run-Scorer | Karan KC (NEP) | 65* off 41 (4×6) | Greatest comeback innings, Nepal’s highest chase hero |
| Highest Chase | Nepal | 297/9 in 49.5 overs (target 297) | Record ODI/List-A chase, last-ball drama sealed it |
| Narrowest Win Margin | Nepal | 1 wicket (1 ball remaining) | Final-ball thriller, pitch invasion chaos, social media wars |
| Biggest Win Margin (Revenge) | Scotland | 2 runs | Denied Nepal historic double, heart-stopping finish |
| Worst Collapse | Nepal (June 2) | 192/7 after 152/2 | Looked dead but Karan turned it, classic Nepal resilience |
| Key Partnership | KC & tail (NEP June 2) | Massive lower-order stand | Four sixes flipped game, Dundee crowd stunned |
| Best All-Round Impact | Karan KC (NEP) | 65* + wickets + POTM | Unbelievable hero, greatest Nepal win moment ever |
| Most Dramatic Moment | Last ball June 2 | Level scores then win on final delivery | Wide run-out pitch invasion glory, Kathmandu exploded online |
| Interesting Fact | Double-Header Drama | 1-wkt win then 2-run loss | Split results fueled 2026 T20WC hype & associate fire |
2026 Mumbai T20 World Cup Scorecard: The Latest Clash & What It Meant for Both Sides
February 17 2026 | Wankhede Stadium Mumbai | T20I | Toss: Scotland won and elected to bat | Result: Scotland won by 31 runs. This Scotland national cricket team vs Nepal national cricket team match scorecard capped a rollercoaster T20 World Cup campaign for both in a dead rubber Group C finale full of pride and fireworks.
Scotland set a strong 168 for 6 in 20 overs. Richie Berrington anchored with 49 off 38 balls steady under lights. George Munsey added 32 quick runs early. Nepal’s spinners Sandeep Lamichhane 2 for 28 and Dipendra Singh Airee 1 for 22 kept it tight but couldn’t break the middle order. Wankhede’s spin-friendly pitch (2.2 degrees average turn) helped but Scotland’s experience showed.
Nepal chased bravely but fell short at 137 all out in 19.3 overs. Aasif Sheikh top-scored with 38 Kushal Bhurtel 28. Mark Watt took 3 for 24 Mark Adair 2 for 19 ripping through top order. Collapses at 65 for 4 and late tail surrender sealed it. Scotland ended on high note boosting morale for future qualifiers Nepal showed fight despite 0-3 group stage exit.
This clash meant pride points Scotland salvaged ranking stability Nepal gained experience on big stage. Rivalry stays fierce heading to next associate wars.
| Category | Star Player/Team | Exact Stat | Why It Was Epic & Best for Rivalry |
|---|---|---|---|
| Highest Individual Score | Richie Berrington (SCO) | 49 off 38 balls | Captain’s gritty anchor set winning total in dead rubber pride match |
| Best Bowling Figures | Mark Watt (SCO) | 3/24 in 4 overs | Spin masterclass ripped Nepal top order Wankhede turn exploited |
| Top Nepal Run-Scorer | Aasif Sheikh (NEP) | 38 off balls | Top fight in losing cause showed Nepal’s never-say-die spirit |
| Biggest Win Margin | Scotland | 31 runs | Comfortable close to campaign Scottish fans roared in Mumbai stands |
| Key Partnership | Berrington & middle (SCO) | Solid stand for 168/6 | Turned pressure into defendable total under lights |
| Worst Collapse | Nepal | 137 all out 19.3 overs | Late tail fold after promising start classic chase heartbreak |
| Best All-Round Impact | Dipendra Singh Airee (NEP) | Wickets + runs in chase | All-round effort kept hope alive POTM contender vibes |
| Most Dramatic Moment | Watt’s middle-over strikes | 3 quick wickets | Turned game Scotland’s way Mumbai crowd stunned Nepal supporters |
| Interesting Fact | Dead Rubber Drama | SCO 1 win NEP 0 in group clashes | Pride salvage for SCO experience gain for NEP fueled 2027+ hype |
| Rivalry Boost | Head-to-Head Update | SCO edge in big stage | Set tone for future League 2 WC qual battles intense forever |
Conclusion
This Scotland vs Nepal rivalry isn’t just numbers on scorecards. It’s Kathmandu streets erupting, Scottish pubs roaring through rain, players pushing associate dreams forward. From first T20I sparks to 2026 World Cup pride, these battles keep growing. What’s next? More League 2 wars, more qualifiers, more heart-stopping moments. The fire never dies.
