Cricket Match Highlights | Scotland T20I Tri-Series 2025 (Match – 04) – 18 June: Scotland vs Netherlands |Michael Levitt Stars as Netherlands Clinch 17-Run Win Over Scotland in T20I Tri-Series Clash

SCOT vs NED (Match-04) – Highlights  

In a high-octane encounter at Glasgow, the Netherlands continued their unbeaten run in the Scotland T20I Tri-Series 2025, defeating hosts Scotland by 17 runs in the fourth match of the tournament. Powered by a blistering 90-run knock from Michael Levitt, the Dutch side posted a commanding 198/7, which proved too much for Scotland, who ended their innings at 181/9 despite a valiant effort.

Batting first after winning the toss, the Netherlands got off to a flying start. Michael Levitt and Max O’Dowd set the tone early, putting on 33 runs inside the first four overs. Levitt, in particular, looked in sublime form, dispatching the Scottish bowlers to all corners of the park. His 90 off 57 balls was laced with 6 fours and 5 sixes, maintaining a superb strike rate of 157.89. Max O’Dowd provided a quick cameo with 21 off just 10 deliveries, striking at 210 before falling to Jasper Davidson.

The middle order stuttered momentarily, with Teja Nidamanuru (3), Noah Croes (1), and Vikramjit Singh (6) failing to convert their starts. However, Captain Scott Edwards played a useful knock of 31 off 21 balls to keep the innings steady. A late surge from Ryan Klein, who struck a rapid 21* off just 9 balls, propelled the Netherlands to a near-200 total. Contributions from Roelof van der Merwe (11 off 8) and Aryan Dutt (2* off 3) added important finishing touches.

Scotland’s bowling attack had a tough day, with only Jasper Davidson (4-0-29-2) and Charlie Cassell (4-0-46-2) making notable impacts. Brandon McMullen (3-0-33-1) and Michael Leask (1-0-7-1) picked up a wicket each, but none could halt the Dutch onslaught.

Chasing a daunting target of 199, Scotland had a mixed start. George Munsey scored 26 off 22 balls, but the loss of Mark Watt early, run out for just 6, dented the momentum. Brandon McMullen provided some resistance with a quickfire 51 off 27 balls, hitting 8 fours and a six, but lacked substantial support from the other end.

Michael Leask gave Scotland a glimmer of hope with a brutal 46 off 23 deliveries, striking at 200 with five sixes. However, wickets at regular intervals hampered the chase, with Richie Berrington (2), Finlay McCreath (10), and Matthew Cross (13) falling cheaply. The lower order couldn’t produce the finishing flourish as Scotland fell short by 17 runs.

For the Netherlands, Teja Nidamanuru emerged as the standout bowler, claiming 3 wickets for 30 runs in his 4 overs. Roelof van der Merwe chipped in with 2/44, while Aryan Dutt and Daniel Doram picked up a wicket each. Their collective discipline and timely breakthroughs ensured Scotland never gained full control of the chase.

With this win, the Netherlands cemented their position at the top of the points table and moved one step closer to sealing the tri-series title. Michael Levitt’s all-round brilliance—highlighted by his match-winning 90—rightfully earned him the Player of the Match award. As the tournament nears its climax, the Dutch team looks poised to maintain their winning streak, while Scotland will need to regroup swiftly for their next fixture.

Scotland vs Netherlands Scoreboard

Netherlands  – 198/7 (20.0)

Scotland – 181/9 (20.0)

Result – Netherlands won by 17 runs

Player of the match – Michael Levitt

Michael Levitt

SCOT vs NED Playing XIs

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