The United States and Scotland will square off in the 40th ODI of the ICC Cricket World Cup League Two, scheduled to be played on Thursday, October 31, 2024, at the Prairie View Cricket Complex in Houston. Both teams will aim to clinch this encounter, with the USA coming in slightly favored based on recent form.
Match Details
- Match: USA vs SCO, 40th Match, ICC Cricket World Cup League Two 2023-27
- Date: Thursday, October 31, 2024
- Time: 10:00 PM IST
- Venue: Prairie View Cricket Complex, Houston
Broadcast Details
- Live Streaming: Available on Fancode
Team Previews
United States Preview
The United States squad, led by Monank Patel, has shown promising form recently and looks well-rounded with a balanced mix of experience and youth. Key batters like Aaron Jones and Steven Taylor bring solid firepower to the lineup, and Monank Patel’s leadership will be essential in setting or chasing a target. Harmeet Singh and Nosthush Kenjige offer reliable bowling options, which the team will count on to restrict Scotland’s lineup.
Key Players:
- Monank Patel (c)
- Steven Taylor
- Nosthush Kenjige
Predicted Playing XI:
Monank Patel (c), Aaron Jones, Abhishek Paradkar, Harmeet Singh, Juanoy Drysdale, Jasdeep Singh, Milind Kumar, Nosthush Kenjige, Saiteja Mukkamalla, Steven Taylor, Shayan Jahangir, Shadley van Schalkwyk, Utkarsh Srivastava, Yasir Mohammad, Smit Patel
Scotland Preview
Scotland, captained by Richie Berrington, will look to bounce back from their recent matches and assert their competitive edge. With top-order batsmen like George Munsey and Andrew Umeed, they bring an aggressive approach to batting, while seasoned all-rounder Michael Leask and spinner Mark Watt add depth to both their batting and bowling departments. Scotland’s bowling attack, with the likes of Brad Wheal and Christopher Sole, will be instrumental in breaking the USA’s batting partnerships.
Key Players:
- Richie Berrington (c)
- George Munsey
- Mark Watt
Predicted Playing XI:
Andrew Umeed, George Munsey, Richie Berrington (c), Brandon McMullen, Chris Greaves, Michael Leask, Charlie Tear, Matthew Cross, Brad Wheal, Bradley Currie, Christopher Sole, Hamza Tahir, Mark Watt, Safyaan Sharif, Scott Currie, Gavin Main, Charlie Cassell, Michael English, Jack Jarvis, Jasper Davidson
Pitch and Weather Report
Pitch Report
The Prairie View Cricket Complex in Houston generally offers a balanced wicket with something in it for both batters and bowlers. The pitch typically has a decent bounce and carry, which should favor fast bowlers early on. Batters who play themselves in will be able to capitalize on scoring opportunities. The average first-innings score at this venue has been around 210-230 runs, making a target of 220+ competitive.
Weather Conditions
The weather forecast for Houston on October 31 suggests partly cloudy skies, with temperatures around 26°C. There is a low chance of rain, which should not impact play, and moderate humidity could add some movement for the seamers in the early overs.
Toss Prediction
Winning the toss could be crucial; the team winning the toss may look to bowl first to utilize the early moisture and restrict the opposing team to a manageable target.
Match Prediction and Winning Chances
Historically, the USA and Scotland have had close contests, with Scotland having a slight edge in head-to-head encounters, winning 4 out of 7 matches. However, with the USA’s recent form and home advantage, they come in as slight favorites in this encounter.
Final Prediction: Back the United States to win the 40th ODI against Scotland.
Score Prediction:
- If United States Bats First: 220+
- If Scotland Bats First: 189+
Winning Chances:
- United States: 60%
- Scotland: 40%
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