Scotland Bowled Out for 169
Scotland were dismissed for a total of 169 runs in 43.3 overs during their Cricket World Cup League 2 match in Nepal. Mark Watt was the top scorer with 66 runs, while seven other batters failed to reach double figures. The USA bowler Ugarkar took 4 wickets for 48 runs.
USA Chase Down Target with Ease
In response, the USA reached 170 for 4 wickets in 27.1 overs. Shayan Jahangir contributed 37 runs, and Leask took 1 wicket for 13 runs. The American openers, Smit Patel and Jahangir, started strongly, maintaining a run rate above the required level throughout the innings. Patel was dropped on the very first ball of the chase, an event that reflected Scotland's challenging day on the field. The USA secured victory with 22.5 overs remaining.
Match Summary and Reactions
Scotland, led by Richie Berrington, had won the toss and elected to bat first but struggled to build a substantial total. Berrington commented on the conditions and performance:
"The wicket was probably a little slower than we thought it would be. We weren't at our best. The batting didn't quite fire. A couple of guys put in good contributions, but there just wasn't enough support.
When you haven't got runs to play with, it was important to try to pick up early wickets. Unfortunately we didn't quite manage to do that and from there you're chasing the game."
Prior to this match, Scotland had reached the top of the standings following victories over Nepal and the USA in Kirtipur. However, after consecutive losses, they have slipped to second place behind the USA.
