The 15th match of the ICC Cricket World Cup League Two 2023-27 pits Namibia against Scotland at Forthill, Dundee. Here’s a breakdown of the key factors and a prediction for today’s encounter:
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Scotland hold the edge in this match due to several factors. Playing at home, they’ll benefit from familiar conditions and passionate support. Additionally, Scotland boasts a more experienced squad with players like Richie Berrington, George Munsey, and Safyaan Sharif boasting a strong ODI record.
Scotland Squad: Richie Berrington (c), Matthew Cross (wk), George Munsey, Charlie Tear, Brandon McMullen, Michael Leask, Chris Greaves, Mark Watt, Jack Jarvis, Safyaan Sharif, Jasper Davidson, Christopher Sole, Andrew Umeed, Hamza Tahir
Namibia Preview
Though currently sitting behind Scotland in the League Two standings, Namibia shouldn’t be underestimated. Gerhard Erasmus’s leadership and the batting prowess of Michael van Lingen and JJ Smit pose a threat. Their recent victory over Scotland in a T20 match earlier this year demonstrates their potential.
Namibia Squad: Gerhard Erasmus (c), JP Kotze (wk), Michael van Lingen, Lohandre Louwrens, Jan Frylinck, JJ Smit, Bernard Scholtz, Ben Shikongo, Malan Kruger, Jack Brassell, Junior Kariata, Zane Green, Nikolaas Davin, Tangeni Lungameni, Shaun Fouche, Jan Nicol Loftie-Eaton, Ruben Trumpelmann
Venue Details
Stadium: Forthill
City: Dundee
Hosts to: Scotland
Namibia ODI Stats and History
Total Match Played = 53
Won = 27
Loss = 25
No Result = 1
Tie = 0
Scotland ODI Stats and History
Total Match Played = 157
Won = 69
Loss = 79
No Result = 8
Tie = 1
Namibia vs Scotland head-to-head stats
Total Match Played = 6
Namibia won = 1
Scotland won = 5
No Result = 0
NAM vs SCO 15th ODI Score Prediction:
If Namibia Bat First: 225+
If Scotland Bat First: 250+
Winning Chances Of Namibia and Scotland?
Namibia winning chances are 35% in this match
Scotland winning chances are 65% in this match
Match Prediction
Despite Scotland’s advantages, Namibia’s fighting spirit shouldn’t be discounted. Expect a close contest that could go down to the wire.
Winner: Scotland Will Win
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