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Scotland's T20 WC hopes on the line vs Nepal
17 Feb
Summary
- Scotland needs a win and favorable results to advance.
- Nepal has been eliminated from the T20 World Cup.
- Scotland aims to improve Net Run Rate alongside victory.
Scotland's T20 World Cup journey continues with a critical Group C fixture against Nepal on Tuesday. Richie Berrington's team must win to keep their Super 8 qualification hopes alive.
With two points from three matches, Scotland sits third in the group. Their advancement hinges on securing a victory against Nepal and hoping for favorable outcomes in other matches, potentially including England's game against Italy.
Nepal has been definitively eliminated from the tournament following successive heavy defeats. Despite a few notable individual performances, the team has struggled overall, failing to compete effectively against stronger opposition.
Scotland's objective extends beyond just winning; they aim to significantly improve their Net Run Rate. This necessitates a dominant display with both bat and ball throughout the match.
This game represents Nepal's final opportunity to conclude their World Cup campaign on a higher note, while Scotland fights to extend their tournament life.
