Cricket Match Prediction | Scotland T20I Tri-Series 2025 | Scotland vs Netherlands | Match – 01 | June 15 – Clash of Titans at Forthill: SCOT and NED Set to Ignite T20I Tri-Series Opener?

SCOT vs NED Match Analysis

On Sunday, 15 June 2025, the Scotland T20I Tri-Series will commence with a pulsating encounter between Scotland and the Netherlands. The fixture is set to unfold at Forthill, Dundee, with the toss scheduled in the early afternoon. First ball is expected at 13:00 GMT (14:00 local time). Anticipation is high as the two European rivals initiate their campaign in a venue renowned for its intimate yet fervent cricketing atmosphere.

Although no T20Is have been played yet in the 2025 Tri-Series, Scotland enter buoyed by domestic success. Opting for Forthill’s intimate setting, they’ll rely on seasoned campaigners like Richie Berrington, Munsey, and Leask to set the tone.

The Netherlands clinched the 2024 Netherlands T20I Tri‑Series (vs Ireland & Scotland). Although this is their first T20I fixture in the current Scottish tri-series, they bring confidence from past triumphs.

SCOT vs NED Team Preview & Squads

Scotland

Scotland’s batters have showcased impressive form, posting scores in excess of 320 in each of their last two ODI outings. Captain Richie Berrington and George Munsey led the charge with commanding centuries, anchoring the innings and propelling their side to formidable totals. They received valuable support from Matthew Cross, Michael Leask, and Charlie Tear, who all contributed vital half-centuries, forging crucial partnerships along the way.

On the bowling front, however, SCOT have struggled to contain opposition batters, conceding over 300 runs in both recent matches. Safyaan Sharif has been a standout performer, consistently picking up two or more wickets per game. While Michael Leask, Mark Watt, and Michael Jones have bowled with discipline and managed to grab wickets, they have not been able to stem the flow of runs effectively. 

Scotland Squads 

Scotland

Richie Berrington, Matthew Cross, Christopher McBride, Finlay McCreath, George Munsey, Mackenzie Jones, Michael Leask, Brandon McMullen, Liam Naylor, Jasper Davidson, Jack Jarvis, Gavin Main, Safyaan Sharif, Mark Watt

Netherlands

The Netherlands pulled off a historic run chase in their last match, successfully overhauling a massive target of 370 in just 49.2 overs. Opener Max O’Dowd was the star of the show, crafting a superb 158 off 130 deliveries to set the platform. He was well supported by Michael Levitt (44), Teja Nidamanuru (51), and Noah Croes (50), who all played valuable knocks that helped guide their team to a memorable victory.

With the ball, the NED conceded 369 for 6 in the full 50 overs. Michael Levitt (2 for 41) and Aryan Dutt (2 for 73) put in steady performances, sharing four wickets between them. Roelof van der Merwe and Vivian Kingma also chipped in with a wicket apiece during the innings. 

Netherlands Squads 

Netherlands

Teja Nidamanuru, Max O’Dowd, Zach Lion Cachet, Vikramjit Singh, Michael Levitt, Saqib Zulfiqar, Noah Croes, Scott Edwards, Daniel Doram, Aryan Dutt, Vivian Kingma, Kyle Klein, Roelof van der Merwe, Paul van Meekeren          

Scotland vs Netherlands outfield report  

Forthill, Dundee

Since chasing is now the safer option, both sides will try to reach the total on this field. Both captains will want to limit the opposition to fewer than 170 runs by bowling first. There is no risk that the weather will interfere with Dundee’s encounter; it will be sunny and bright. When the ball is hitting the bat nicely, the dandee is flat. In the most recent ODI matches played here, teams scored scores of 300+ runs.

Scotland vs Netherlands Head-to-Head Stats of Last 5 Matches 

They met just twice, in which SCOT won 3 and NED won two.

Scotland vs Netherlands Prediction 

Cricket analysts predict that Scotland has a 57% chance of winning.

Disclaimer: This cricket prediction is based on the author’s insights and analysis. Readers should consider the points discussed and draw their own conclusions.