On June 6, 2025, Scotland secured a 44-run victory over the Netherlands in the 75th match of the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup League 2, held at Forthill, Dundee. Key performances by Finlay McCreath, who scored 81 runs, and Mark Watt, who contributed 60 runs and took 2 wickets, were instrumental in Scotland’s win. The Netherlands, despite a valiant effort, were all out for 218 runs in 45 overs, falling short of the 263-run target.
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Match Outcome: Scotland defeated the Netherlands by 44 runs in the 75th match of the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup League 2.
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Top Performers:
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Finlay McCreath scored 81 runs off 106 balls.
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Mark Watt contributed 60 runs and took 2 wickets for 37 runs.
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Brandon McMullen took 3 wickets for 40 runs.
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Netherlands’ Response: Despite efforts from Michael Levitt (35 runs) and Roelof van der Merwe (30 runs), the Netherlands were bowled out for 218 runs.
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Player of the Match: Mark Watt was named Player of the Match for his all-round performance.
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Series Context: This victory adds crucial points for Scotland in the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup League 2 standings
