Australia have done England a massive favour by beating Scotland, which means that Jos Buttler and his team have made it through to the Super Eight. Scotland would be heartbroken, especially after that performance which kept them ahead for a good part of the game. Well not just today but Scotland had a pretty good T20 World Cup, especially their consistency against all the teams. But they would be left to rue their dropped catches tonight as they bow out of T20 World Cup 2024. They can be mighty proud of that effort though.
Australia have beaten Scotland by five wickets and it is a big confidence booster for them before the Super Eights! Scotland's hopes of making it to the Super Eight have ended with this loss with England going through after they beat Namibia earlier.
OUT! Mark Watt has struck back and has gone past Marcus Stoinis' defenses. The right-hander batted very well for his half-century and attempted a reverse sweep which he did on a numberof times in this match. This time, he missed it and the ball smashed into the stumps! Marcus Stoinis b Mark Watt 59(29)
FIFTY for Marcus Stoinis! The Australian all-rounder has stood up again in a crucial moment for his side with a 25-ball fifty, the second-fastest of the tournament.
OUT! Scotland have Travis Head's wicket and it is Safyaan Sharif who has provided the breakthrough! Head was looking to shift gears but was caught in the deep this time around while trying to hit a similar shot he did earlier, for a six. A big moment in the game this! Travis Head c Michael Jones b Safyaan Sharif 68(49)
FIFTY for Travis Head but it has come at a very slow pace off 45 balls, unlike the left-hander who generally bats very aggressively! Will he be able to take Australia over the line here?
Scotland continue to put Australia under a lot of pressure and at the moment, the Aussies seem to be unable to break through and score some quick runs. The bowlers are not letting the batters score easy runs and also to rotate strike. Australia need 95 runs from 48 balls and it will take some hitting!
OUT! What a ball from Mark Watt to dismiss Glenn Maxwell! Watt is absolutely elated and Scotland continue to take wickets. The ball drew a shot from Maxwell and spun away or even could have touched the edge before knocking the stumps! A big wicket for Scotland! Glenn Maxwell b Mark Watt 11(8)
OUT! Scotland have a big wicket in the form of Australia captain Mitchell Marsh. The right-hander attempted a big hit on the leg-side off Sharif's first ball but he found the fielder in the deep. Scotland continue their dominance in this innings as they keep things tight. Mitchell Marsh c (sub)Charlie Tear b Safyaan Sharif 8(9)
OUT! A big wicket up front with Brad Leask dismissing David Warner! The left-hander top-edged the ball and it was caught safely by skipper Richie Berrington. A good start by Scotland! David Warner c Richie Berrington b Brad Wheal 1(4)
Australia National Cricket Team vs Scotland National Cricket Team Match Scorecard: The ICC T20 World Cup 2024 has only six group stage matches to go. Till now, it has been one of the best editions with a lot of unpredictability. One by one teams from each group are sealing their position in the Super 8. India, USA, Australia, West Indies, Afghanistan and South Africa are the six teams that have secured their position in the Super Eight. In the next match of the competition Scotland will take on giants Australia. Scotland have been one of the competitive sides challenging top teams while Australia till now has been clinical. A win here for both teams will give them a much needed confidence boost. Australia Cricket Team Set To Tour Scotland for First Time in 11 Years for Three-Match T20I Series.
Australia have produce all round performance till now. David Warner, Marcus Stoinis, Adam Zampa, Josh Hazlewood, they have different heroes for them stepping up in different situations showing that they are ready for any challenge. A little concern remains over Travis Head who is yet to get some runs under his belt and the bowling unit facing a challenge when their batting fails entirely. Except for a little fine tuning needed, Australia look like a juggernaut and are very much on their way to secure the second title.
Scotland, meanwhile are a powerhouse. They have a strong batting lineup which can score fast against any bowling attack. Except the threat of wrist spin troubling them, Scotland boasts of incredible batting depth and quality. They have good bowling lineup as well Chris Sole, Brad Wheal and Mark Watt leading the attack. Brandon McMullen, George Munsey and Richie Berrington, all are in form and raring to go. They will definitely compete hard against Australia. ICC T20 World Cup 2024: Pat Cummins Considers Manipulating Net Run Rate Against ‘Spirit of Cricket’.
Squads:
Australia National Cricket Team Squad: Travis Head, David Warner, Mitchell Marsh(c), Glenn Maxwell, Marcus Stoinis, Tim David, Matthew Wade(w), Pat Cummins, Nathan Ellis, Adam Zampa, Josh Hazlewood, Mitchell Starc, Ashton Agar, Josh Inglis, Cameron Green.
Scotland National Cricket Team Squad: George Munsey, Michael Jones, Brandon McMullen, Richie Berrington(c), Matthew Cross(w), Michael Leask, Chris Greaves, Mark Watt, Christopher Sole, Safyaan Sharif, Brad Wheal, Bradley Currie, Ollie Hairs, Jack Jarvis, Charlie Tear.