Namibia National Cricket Team VS Scotland National Cricket Team Stats
Are you seeking details about the Namibia national cricket team vs Scotland national cricket team stats during the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024? You’ve come to the right place! This gripping Group B encounter at the Kensington Oval in Barbados saw Scotland clinch a thrilling victory by 5 wickets. With notable performances from Matthew Cross and Craig Wheal, Scotland successfully chased down Namibia’s challenging target, showcasing their composure under pressure. Here, we break down the player contributions, match highlights, and key statistics.
The ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 Group B match between Namibia and Scotland, held at the Kensington Oval, Bridgetown, Barbados, was a closely contested game. Scotland emerged victorious by 5 wickets, successfully chasing a target of 156 runs.
Match Info
Match: NAM vs SCO, 12th Match, Group B, ICC Mens T20 World Cup 2024
Date: Friday, June 07, 2024
Toss: Namibia won the toss and opt to bat
Time: 12:30 AM (Jun 07)
Venue: Kensington Oval, Bridgetown, Barbados
Umpires: Jayaraman Madanagopal, Nitin Menon
Third Umpire
Asif Yaqoob
Match Referee: Andy Pycroft
Namibia National Cricket Team VS Scotland National Cricket Team Squad
Namibia Squad:
| Playing XI | Bench |
| Nikolaas Davin | Michael van Lingen |
| JP Kotze | Ben Shikongo |
| Jan Frylinck | Dylan Leicher |
| Gerhard Erasmus (c) | Peter-Daniel Blignaut |
| Malan Kruger | Jack Brassell |
| JJ Smit | |
| David Wiese | |
| Zane Green (wk) | |
| Ruben Trumpelmann | |
| Bernard Scholtz | |
| Tangeni Lungameni |
Scotland Squad:
| Playing XI | Bench |
| George Munsey | Ollie Hairs |
| Michael Jones | Safyaan Sharif |
| Brandon McMullen | Jack Jarvis |
| Richie Berrington (c) | Charlie Tear |
| Matthew Cross (wk) | |
| Michael Leask | |
| Chris Greaves | |
| Mark Watt | |
| Christopher Sole | |
| Brad Wheal | |
| Bradley Currie |
Match Summary:
Namibia Innings: Namibia scored 155/9 in 20 overs. Gerhard Erasmus, the captain, was the standout performer with 52 runs off 31 balls, including 5 fours and 2 sixes. Contributions from Zane Green (28 off 27) and Niko Davin (20 off 12) supported the total. Scotland’s Brad Currie and Craig Wheal bowled effectively, with Wheal picking up 3 wickets.
Scotland Innings: Scotland chased down the target in 19.3 overs, scoring 156/5. Matthew Cross (wk) top-scored with an unbeaten 62 off 37 balls. Contributions from Brandon McMullen (37 off 32) and Michael Jones (27 off 24) ensured a steady chase.
Bowling Highlights:
For Namibia, Jan Frylinck and Ruben Trumpelmann took crucial wickets but couldn’t prevent Scotland’s batters from building partnerships.
Scotland’s bowlers, especially Brad Currie and Craig Wheal, were instrumental in restricting Namibia.
This win placed Scotland in a strong position in the group standings, showcasing their depth in both batting and bowling. Namibia, despite their efforts, struggled to contain Scotland’s chase.
Scotland National Cricket Team VS Namibia National Cricket Team Stats
Namibia Innings:
| Batter | Runs | Balls | 4s | 6s | SR | Dismissal |
| Kotze | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | b Wheal |
| Niko Davin | 20 | 24 | 1 | 0 | 83.33 | b Bradley Currie |
| Jan Frylinck | 12 | 14 | 0 | 0 | 85.71 | b Bradley Currie |
| Gerhard Erasmus (c) | 52 | 31 | 2 | 1 | 167.74 | st Matthew Cross b Michael Leask |
| Malan Kruger | 28 | 25 | 1 | 0 | 112.00 | c Michael Jones b Chris Greaves |
| Zane Green (wk) | 27 | 11 | 1 | 1 | 103.70 | c Michael Jones b Wheal |
| David Wiese | 14 | 13 | 1 | 0 | 107.69 | b Mark Watt |
| Ruben Trumpelmann | 1 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 20.00 | c Wheal b Bradley Currie |
| JJ Smit | 1 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 12.50 | run out (Michael Jones/Wheal) |
| Bernard Scholtz | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 50.00 | not out |
| Tangeni Lungameni | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | not out |
| Extras | 9 | (b 1, lb 3, w 3, nb 2, p 0) | ||||
| Total | 155 | 9 wickets | 20 | 6 |
Scotland Innings:
| Batter | Runs | Balls | 4s | 6s | SR | Dismissal |
| George Munsey | 7 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 46.67 | c Wiese b Tangeni Lungameni |
| Michael Jones | 26 | 20 | 3 | 0 | 130.00 | c Zane Green b Gerhard Erasmus |
| Brandon McMullen | 19 | 17 | 0 | 0 | 111.76 | st Zane Green b Gerhard Erasmus |
| Richie Berrington (c) | 47 | 25 | 3 | 2 | 134.29 | not out |
| Matthew Cross (wk) | 35 | 60 | 0 | 0 | 58.33 | lbw b Bernard Scholtz |
| Michael Leask | 35 | 17 | 2 | 0 | 205.88 | c Wiese b Trumpelmann |
| Chris Greaves | 43 | 30 | 2 | 3 | 133.33 | not out |
| Extras | 16 | (b 0, lb 3, w 12, nb 1, p 0) | ||||
| Total | 157 | 5 wickets | 18.3 |
Bowling Summary:
| Bowler | Overs | Runs | Wickets | Economy Rate |
| Wheal | 4 | 33 | 3 | 8.20 |
| Bradley Currie | 4 | 16 | 3 | 4.00 |
| Christopher Sole | 3 | 23 | 1 | 7.70 |
| Mark Watt | 4 | 39 | 0 | 9.80 |
| Chris Greaves | 3 | 24 | 1 | 8.00 |
| Michael Leask | 2 | 16 | 1 | 8.00 |
Conclusion:
The match Namibia national cricket team vs Scotland national cricket team stats during the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 was a testament to the competitive spirit of the tournament. While Namibia showcased resilience and moments of brilliance, Scotland’s all-round team effort secured them a vital win. This match highlighted Scotland’s depth in batting and bowling, reaffirming their credentials as a strong contender in Group B. Fans were treated to an exhilarating game, reflecting the growing excitement around international T20 cricket.
