Nepal Defeat Scotland by 6 Wickets in ICC CWC League 2 2026 Clash

Nepal produced a commanding performance to defeat Scotland by 6 wickets in their latest ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup League 2 encounter on May 18, 2026, held at the Tribhuvan University International Cricket Ground in Kirtipur.

The victory marked another important step for Nepal in the ongoing League 2 campaign, boosting their confidence in the qualification race.

Scotland Innings: Strong Start, Sudden Collapse

Scotland won the toss and opted to bat first but struggled to build momentum against Nepal’s disciplined bowling attack.

They were eventually bowled out for 194 runs in 39.1 overs. Brandon McMullen played a fighting knock of 73 runs off 44 balls, but failed to find consistent support from the other end.

Nepal’s bowling unit delivered an outstanding performance, especially the spin attack. Lalit Rajbanshi impressed with figures of 4/32, while Sandeep Lamichhane supported brilliantly with 3/47, dismantling the Scottish middle order at crucial stages.

Nepal Chase: Calm and Controlled Finish

Chasing a target of 195, Nepal showed confidence and control throughout their innings. They reached 199/4 in 38.1 overs to seal a comfortable victory.

Captain Rohit Paudel led from the front with a match-winning unbeaten 74 runs, anchoring the chase with maturity and composure under pressure.

He was well supported by a crucial half-century from Ishan Pandey, who scored 55 runs and helped stabilize the innings during a key phase of the chase.

Together, they ensured Nepal never lost control of the required run rate and guided the team to a well-deserved victory.

Recent Rivalry: Nepal vs Scotland

The Nepal–Scotland cricket rivalry has become increasingly competitive in recent months across ODI and T20 formats.

Earlier in May 2026, Scotland narrowly defeated Nepal by 2 runs via the DLS method in another League 2 match. However, Nepal bounced back strongly in this encounter, showing improved performance and better execution in both bowling and batting departments.

Nepal also recorded a notable T20 victory earlier in the year, highlighting their growing strength in international associate cricket.

Key Takeaways from the Match

• Nepal’s spin attack once again proved decisive
• Rohit Paudel’s leadership innings anchored the chase
• Scotland struggled to build partnerships after a promising start
• Nepal maintained better control in both powerplay and middle overs
• The win strengthens Nepal’s position in the League 2 standings

Conclusion

The victory over Scotland reflects Nepal’s continued improvement in international ODI cricket. With strong performances from both experienced and emerging players, Nepal is building momentum at a crucial stage of the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup League 2 campaign.

If they maintain this form, Nepal could remain strong contenders in the qualification race moving forward.