Match Preview by Anuj
Scotland Vs New Zealand :
Welcome to the today match prediction & preview of 2nd game of New Zealand tour of Scotland (Scotland Vs New Zealand), which will be played in the Grange Cricket Club in Edinburgh on 29th July. In the last match Nz got easy victory on Scotland by 68 runs in high scoring match.
In the first match, Scotland won the toss and opt to bowl, But Scotland face the situation of underdog team and bowlers leaked too much runs. Nz set the target of 226 runs in 20 over. And going to chase the huge target Scotland reached to only 157 runs in 20 over. Calum MacLeod made highest 33 runs for Scotland in 24 balls.
On the other side, Nz took too much advantage of Favorite team. With the support of Finn Allen (101 runs in 56 balls) and other batsmen set the target of 226 runs. Going to defend huge total, Leg spinner Ish Shodi taken highest 4 wickets and easily defend.
In today’s match Nz will look for clean sweep. On the other side Scotland will play for save some reputation.
Probable XI:
Scotland : George Munsey, Matthew Cross (wk), Richie Berrington ©, Calum MacLeod, Michael Jones, Michael Leask, Chris Greaves, Mark Watt, Safyaan Sharif, Hamza Tahir, Gavin Main
New Zealand : Martin Guptill, Finn Allen, Dane Cleaver (wk), Glenn Phillips, Daryl Mitchell, James Neesham, Michael Bracewell, Mitchell Santner ©, Ish Sodhi, Lockie Ferguson, Jacob Duffy
H2H Record :
Total Match Played- 3
Scotland – 0
New Zealand – 3
Weather Report :
According to experts, during the match time, the temperature will remain around 21°C and humidity will be 54%. The speed of the wind will be around 13 km/h and the sky will be clear.
Pitch Report :
The pitch at the Grange Cricket Club in Edinburgh has always been favorable for batting. The batters have enjoyed batting here. There will be a fresh pitch in this game, and the batters can play their shots by trusting the bounce on the wicket. The outfield is fast as well, and once placed in the gap, the batters will get rewards for their shots.
Match Prediction:
New Zealand will win
Disclaimer: This prediction is based on the understanding, analysis, and instinct of the author. While making your prediction, consider the points mentioned, and make your own decision.
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