Get ready for an exciting showdown as Scotland takes on the Netherlands in a key ICC CWC League 2 match at Forthill Cricket Ground on June 12. As both teams compete for the coveted top spot, the tension is tremendous, and the stakes could not be higher! Scotland enters this match on a wave of momentum, propelled by their home fans, while the Dutch are desperate to recover from three consecutive defeats. Will the Netherlands make a daring statement with a victory in Dundee, or can Scotland guarantee their spot in the top two?
Match: Scotland vs. Netherlands
Date & Time: 12 June 2025, 10:00 AM UTC
Venue: Forthill Cricket Ground, Dundee
Win Probability:
Scotland: 54%
Netherlands: 46%
Match Handicap: Scotland
Toss Prediction: Netherlands to win the toss and choose to bat
Points Table Standing
| Team | Matches | Wins | Losses | Position |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | 21 | 12 | 9 | 2nd |
| Scotland | 17 | 11 | 6 | 3rd |
Recent Form
Scotland (WWLWW)
Won vs. Nepal by 2 runs
Won vs. Netherlands by 44 runs
Lost vs. Nepal (first game of series)
Netherlands (LLLWW)
Lost vs. Nepal by 16 runs
Lost vs. Scotland by 44 runs
Lost vs. Nepal earlier in the series
Scotland Team Preview
Scotland has bounced back strongly in this triangular series after a narrow first-match loss. The main strengths they possess are their batting depth and the overall contributions from all players.
Key Batters:
George Munsey: 703 runs at a strike rate of 100.86 (second highest in the tournament)
Richie Berrington: 608 runs, including a recent century against Nepal
Finlay McCreath: Achieved back-to-back half-centuries in his last two matches
Brandon McMullen: 614 runs, consistently strong in the top order
Key Bowlers:
Brandon McMullen: 29 wickets with an economy under 5
Safyaan Sharif: Came through with a match-winning final over against Nepal
Mark Watt: 18 wickets, a reliable spin option
Predicted Playing XI:
George Munsey, Charlie Tear, Brandon McMullen, Richie Berrington (c), Finlay McCreath, Matthew Cross (wk), Michael Leask, Jasper Davidson, Mark Watt, Jack Jarvis, Safyaan Sharif
Netherlands Team Preview
The Netherlands comes into this match under pressure after three consecutive losses. Batting collapses have plagued their campaign, but the bowling unit has shown promise.
Key Batters:
Max O’Dowd scored 699 runs and is a reliable opening batter.
Wesley Barresi: Best Nepal innings scorer with 36 runs, top Nepal scorer.
Scott Edwards: Scored 605 runs but must fortify the middle.
Key Bowlers
Kyle Klein: 16 innings with 35 wickets, sitting at the top.
Paul van Meekeren: 4/58 in his last match.
Roelof van der Merwe: 19 wickets for a 3.83 economy.
Team Suggestion:
Teja Nidamanuru's poor form provides an opportunity to replace him with Vikramjit Singh or Bas de Leede, should the latter regain fitness.
Predicted Playing XI:
Michael Levitt, Max O’Dowd, Zach Lion-Cachet, Wesley Barresi, Scott Edwards (c & wk), Teja Nidamanuru/Vikramjit Singh, Aryan Dutt, Roelof van der Merwe, Paul van Meekeren, Kyle Klein, Fred Klaassen
Head-to-Head (Last 5 ODIs)
- Scotland: 3 Wins
- Netherlands: 2 Wins
Key Player Battles
| Battle | Edge |
|---|---|
| Munsey vs. Klein | Slight edge Klein (in-form bowler) |
| McMullen vs. van Meekeren | Key all-rounders clash |
| Edwards vs. McMullen | Can Edwards hold against McMullen's swing |
Match Prediction & Betting Tips
Who Will Win?
Prediction: Scotland to win.
They have momentum, home advantage, and better recent form. The Netherlands must improve their middle-order batting to challenge Scotland.
Toss Winner: Netherlands
Match Winner: Scotland
Top Performers Prediction
| Category | Player |
|---|---|
| Top Batter | George Munsey (SCO) |
| Top Batter (NED) | Wesley Barresi |
| Top Bowler | Brandon McMullen (SCO) |
| Top Bowler (NED) | Roelof van der Merwe |
| Most Sixes | George Munsey |
| Player of the Match | George Munsey (SCO) |
Expected Scores
| Team | Batting First | Expected Score |
|---|---|---|
| Scotland | Yes | 275+ |
| Netherlands | Yes | 255+ |
Final Prediction for Scotland and Netherlands
Scotland’s form, stronger middle order, and all-round bowling attack give them the edge. The Netherlands has quality bowlers, but their batters have not fired consistently, especially in chases.
- Our Pick: Scotland to win
- Fantasy Captain Choices: George Munsey, Brandon McMullen
- Betting Tip: Back Scotland to win outright if chasing below 280.
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