Canada vs Scotland Prediction: Who Will Win 82nd ODI Match on 31st August 2025?
The highly anticipated Canada vs Scotland prediction for the 82nd ODI of ICC Cricket World Cup League 2 2023-27 is here. The match will take place on Sunday, 31st August 2025 at Maple Leaf Ground, Canada. Both sides are aiming for crucial points in the tournament, but Canada will look to end their recent poor run and bounce back strongly in front of their home fans. On the other hand, Scotland will be keen to put behind their rain-affected clash against Namibia and come hard at the Canadian side. With quality players on both teams, cricket fans can expect a closely contested game. Cricketwebs provides 100% accurate match predictions, fantasy tips, and insights to guide fans for this exciting encounter.
Today’s Canada vs Scotland 82nd ODI 2025 Match Detail
| Match | CAN vs SCO, 82nd ODI |
|---|---|
| Date | Sunday, August 31st, 2025 |
| Time | 8:30 PM |
| Venue | Maple Leaf Ground, Canada |
| Live Streaming | Fancode |
Team Previews
Canada Preview
Canada are currently placed fifth on the League 2 table with 9 wins and 10 losses, and captain Navneet Dhaliwal will hope for a strong performance at home. The batting unit will rely heavily on Nicholas Kirton, Dhaliwal, Pargat Singh, Harsh Thaker, and Ali Nadeem to set up a competitive score. Ali Nadeem’s 46 runs in the last match showcased his consistency, while Saad Bin Zafar and Yuvraj Samra added valuable runs in the middle order.
In the bowling department, Kaleem Sana has been their strike bowler, picking up 3 for 40 in the last outing. Alongside him, Jaskaran Singh, Harsh Thaker, Saad Bin Zafar, and Shivam Sharma provide depth and balance to the attack. Playing at home, Canada will back themselves to dominate and secure a much-needed victory.
Canada Probable XI:
Nicholas Kirton (c), Ali Nadeem, Yuvraj Samra, Jaskaran Singh, Pargat Singh, Harsh Thaker, Shreyas Movva (wk), Saad Bin Zafar, Shivam Sharma, Kaleem Sana, Shahid Ahmadzai
Scotland Preview
Scotland come into this game after their last fixture was abandoned due to rain. The team depends on George Munsey, Richie Berrington, Charlie Tear, Matthew Cross, and Brandon McMullen to deliver runs at the top. Munsey’s aggressive batting and Berrington’s leadership will be key to challenging Canada’s bowling.
The bowling unit looks balanced with Safyaan Sharif, Mark Watt, Michael Leask, Charlie Cassell, and Brandon McMullen forming a reliable attack. Scotland will be motivated to bounce back, but their inconsistency away from home might hurt their chances against a Canadian side familiar with home conditions.
Scotland Probable XI:
Richie Berrington (c), Matthew Cross (wk), George Munsey, Charlie Tear, Brandon McMullen, Finlay McCreath, Michael Leask, Safyaan Sharif, Mark Watt, Charlie Cassell, Mackenzie Jones
Fantasy Team XI
| Player | Role | Fantasy Tip |
|---|---|---|
| George Munsey | Batter | Explosive opener, good for quick points |
| Nicholas Kirton (C) | Batter | Reliable and consistent; Captain pick |
| Richie Berrington | Batter | Experience and stability |
| Ali Nadeem | Batter | In-form, can anchor innings |
| Brandon McMullen (VC) | All-Rounder | Contributes with both bat & ball; Vice-Captain pick |
| Saad Bin Zafar | All-Rounder | Handy with both bat and ball |
| Harsh Thaker | All-Rounder | Middle-order stability and part-time bowling |
| Matthew Cross | Wicketkeeper | Safe behind stumps, consistent bat |
| Kaleem Sana | Bowler | Canada’s leading pacer |
| Safyaan Sharif | Bowler | Experienced wicket-taker |
| Mark Watt | Bowler | Reliable left-arm spinner |
Captain Choices: Nicholas Kirton, Brandon McMullen
Vice-Captain Choices: Brandon McMullen, George Munsey
Players to Avoid: Mackenzie Jones (lack of experience), Pargat Singh (inconsistent form)
Favourite Team in Today’s Match
Canada enter this match as the favourites. Their home advantage at Maple Leaf Ground gives them an edge, coupled with a batting unit that has shown glimpses of consistency in recent games. With players like Nicholas Kirton and Ali Nadeem in form, along with Kaleem Sana leading the bowling attack, Canada look well-balanced. Scotland, while dangerous, have struggled in away conditions and often falter under pressure. Canada’s familiarity with the ground, their crowd support, and a well-rounded squad make them the more likely winners today.
Pitch Report
The Maple Leaf Ground pitch generally offers balanced conditions with something for both batters and bowlers. Early movement can assist pacers, but once set, batters can score freely. Spinners may come into play in the middle overs. A total of around 240+ will be competitive on this surface.
Weather Report
The forecast for King City on match day is partly cloudy with mild conditions, perfect for cricket. There is minimal chance of rain, so a full 50-over contest is expected. Temperatures will hover around 23°C.
Toss Prediction
The team winning the toss is likely to bowl first, looking to exploit early morning movement and chase under lights.
Score Prediction
- If Canada Bat First: 240+
- If Scotland Bat First: 212+
Match Prediction
Our Winner: Canada Will Win
Canada’s balanced squad, home advantage, and recent head-to-head success over Scotland make them strong favourites for this clash.
Also, once the toss takes place, we might modify the Today Match Prediction as per the playing XIs. Please check this blog after the toss for the updated Prediction.
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