Nepal Outlasts Scotland in Edge-of-the-Seat T20 Clash
No one in Edinburgh saw this coming: Nepal edged out Scotland by just 2 wickets in the third match of the Scotland T20 Tri-Series 2025, snatching their first win of the tournament and making headlines back home. It wasn’t a high-scoring spectacle, but it was a battle of grit, composure, and calculated risks. For a country still carving its cricketing identity, this tight victory speaks volumes.
The day belonged to the bowlers as both sides struggled to keep the scoreboard ticking. Scotland looked to set a defendable target, but found Nepal’s spinners and pacers up for the challenge. Quick breakthroughs saw Scotland lose wickets at crucial junctures, forcing them to scrap for every run. The hosts’ total never felt safe, even when Nepal’s top-order batters wobbled under pressure.
Bowling Brilliance and Late-Order Heroics
Safyaan Sharif turned up the heat early for Scotland. His ability to break partnerships was on full display, claiming big wickets including those of Kiran Thagunna and Rupesh Singh. For Scotland, Sharif’s spell kept hope alive as he consistently disrupted Nepal’s chase whenever things threatened to settle down.
But Nepal’s middle and late order refused to wilt. Karan KC’s cool head was a game-changer. His calculated hitting and ability to keep the singles coming took the sting out of Scotland’s bowling. Kiran Thagunna, dismissed by Sharif when he was looking settled, had already done enough to stabilize the innings at a tricky moment.
- Nepal lost wickets in bunches but never lost sight of the modest target.
- Scotland's fielders kept the pressure up with tight circles and sharp throws, but lapses under pressure crept in as the finish line neared.
- Karan KC’s partnership with the tailenders proved crucial as Nepal edged closer with each over, keeping the crowd guessing till the last run was scored.
This win isn’t just a number in the record books—it’s an endorsement of the young Nepali squad’s mental toughness. They soaked up the pressure, trusted their preparation, and delivered a cricket victory that will boost their belief in the coming games.
With the Tri-Series wide open, all eyes are now on Nepal as they try to harness this momentum. The victory in Scotland sends a clear message: this team is ready to punch above its weight, no matter the obstacles.