Match Analysis: Scotland vs West Indies, Super Sixes, Match 3 of ICC World Cup Qualifiers 2023
The 3rd Super Six match of the ICC World Cup Qualifiers 2023 will be held between Scotland and West Indies on July 1st, 2023. Scotland, despite facing a mixed performance in the qualifiers, managed to qualify for the super six stage. However, they face a tough challenge against the formidable West Indies team. Inspired by the Netherlands’ victory over West Indies in a super over after leveling a huge total, Scotland will aim to put up a tough fight.
Richie Berrington’s Scotland is considered one of the weaker teams in the super six. To have any chance of finishing in the top two spots, they need to give their all in every match. In their last match against Sri Lanka, Scotland displayed commendable bowling performance, restricting the strong Sri Lankan team. However, their batting lineup collapsed, resulting in an 82-run loss.
Chris Greaves and Mark Watt were the standout performers for Scotland against Sri Lanka, taking a combined 7 wickets. Greaves also scored a half-century, making him the only batsman to cross the 50-run mark. However, Scotland’s bowlers will face a challenging task of containing batters like Shai Hope and Nicholas Pooran from the West Indies.
West Indies, although they suffered defeats in their last two matches, posted a huge total of 374 in their match against the Netherlands. They have been inconsistent throughout the tournament, capable of defeating strong teams one day and losing to lower-ranked teams the next.
Nicholas Pooran has been exceptional in the tournament, scoring a century in just 65 balls in the previous match, helping West Indies set a massive total of 347. For the first time in the tournament, their opening pair managed to provide a solid start. However, their openers’ inconsistent performances have been a concern for the team.
West Indies will be the favorites to win the upcoming match, but they must not take it lightly, as they have done against several teams in the past.
In head-to-head ODI records, Scotland and West Indies have played three matches, all of which were won convincingly by West Indies. This historical advantage adds to the reasons why West Indies is considered the favorite in the upcoming match.
West Indies possesses a stronger team overall, with better players compared to Scotland, who have struggled in their recent matches. Their last encounter was in the 2018 ICC World Cup Qualifiers, where West Indies won by 5 runs under the D/L method.
Team Preview of Scotland: Scotland needs to regroup and showcase confidence in their skills and hard work that got them to this stage. They must display their determination and attempt to defeat the formidable West Indies team. Key players like Matthew Cross, Brandon McMullen, Richie Berrington, Chris Greaves, Michael Leask, and Mark Watt need to perform exceptionally well for Scotland to have a chance at victory.
Important Players of Scotland in the match against West Indies:
- Michael Leask: Leask has the ability to perform at his best and needs to give his all in the upcoming match. He has scored 298 runs in the last 10 matches, averaging 49.66, with a strike rate of 117.32.
- Brandon McMullen: McMullen has displayed his talent with both batting and bowling skills in the tournament. He scored a century in four matches and took 5 wickets against Ireland. He needs to step up once again for Scotland.
- Mark Watt: Watt is a skilled player who consistently takes wickets. He has also contributed with some crucial runs. He has taken 4 wickets and scored 125+ runs.
Team Preview of West Indies:
After the disappointing performance of their bowlers against the Netherlands, West Indies captain Shai Hope expressed his disappointment. His team conceded a massive total of 375 runs and ended up losing the match. It was evident why Hope was dissatisfied with the bowlers’ display.
Hope needs to improve his captaincy and decision-making skills. Losing a match after setting such a high total against the Netherlands indicates that there is room for improvement in his leadership.
Key Players of West Indies in the match against Scotland:
Shai Hope: Hope needs to step up not only with the bat but also as a captain in the upcoming match against Scotland. He currently stands as the third-highest run-scorer in the tournament, having scored 263 runs in 4 matches at an average of 65.75.
Nicholas Pooran: Pooran scored back-to-back centuries in the previous match, but unfortunately, they went in vain. He needs to perform even better for the team and strive to score another century against Scotland, considering their relatively weaker bowling lineup.
Alzarri Joseph: Joseph is a key bowler for the West Indies team. He has been in good form, having picked up 15 wickets in 7 matches. Additionally, he possesses the ability to contribute valuable runs down the order.
Probable Playing 11 of Scotland against West Indies:
Christopher McBride,Matthew Cross (wicket-keeper), Brandon McMullen, Richie Berrington (captain), Tomas Mackintosh, Michael Leask, Chris Greaves, Mark Watt, Chris Sole, Jack Jarvis, Alasdair Evans.
Probable Playing 11 of West Indies against Scotland:
Brandon King, Johnson Charles, Shamarh Brooks, Shai Hope (wicket-keeper/captain), Nicholas Pooran, Roston Chase, Jason Holder, Romario Shepherd, Keemo Paul, Akeal Hosein, Alzarri Joseph.
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Scotland Squad
Richie Berrington (c), Matthew Cross, Alasdair Evans, Chris Greaves, Hamza Tahir, Jack Jarvis, Michael Leask, Tomas Mackintosh, Christopher McBride, Brandon McMullen, George Munsey, Adrian Neill, Safyaan Sharif, Chris Sole, Mark Watt
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