Scotland vs Netherlands ODI – Match Preview (June 12, 2025)

Match Details

• Match: Scotland vs Netherlands, 79th ODI, ICC CWC League Two
• Date: Thursday, June 12, 2025
• Time: 11:00 AM GMT
• Venue: Forthill, Dundee
• Live Streaming: Fancode

Team Previews

Scotland

Scotland are in excellent form, having notched up two consecutive wins, and will be looking to continue their winning momentum on home soil. Their batting lineup is anchored by the ever-reliable Brandon McMullen, who has already scored over 600 runs in the series. George Munsey and Charlie Tear provide explosive starts, while Richie Berrington and Finlay McCreath offer stability in the middle.

The bowling attack is spearheaded by the all-rounder McMullen, with contributions from Mark Watt and Safyaan Sharif. With a balanced squad and the advantage of playing at home, Scotland are the clear favorites heading into this contest.

Key Players to Watch:

• George Munsey (Opener)
• Brandon McMullen (Captain & All-rounder)
• Michael Leask (All-rounder)
• Mark Watt (Bowler)

Netherlands

The Netherlands, on the other hand, are in a tricky run of form, having lost all three of their recent games in the competition. Their top order, led by Michael Levitt and Max O’Dowd, has shown promise, but the middle order has struggled to deliver consistent performances. Scott Edwards and Wesley Barresi will need to take up the mantle to provide the team with much-needed depth.

The bowling unit is led by Kyle Klein and Paul van Meekeren, but the side has struggled with strike rotation and building crucial partnerships. A turnaround is needed if the Dutch hope to compete with the in-form Scotland side.

Key Players to Watch:

• Michael Levitt (Opener)
• Max O’Dowd (Opener)
• Paul van Meekeren (Bowler)
• Roelof van der Merwe (All-rounder)

Probable Playing XIs

Scotland (11):
George Munsey, Charlie Tear, Brandon McMullen (c), Richie Berrington, Finlay McCreath, Matthew Cross (wk), Michael Leask, Mark Watt, Safyaan Sharif, Jack Jarvis, Jasper Davidson

Netherlands (11):
Michael Levitt, Max O’Dowd, Wesley Barresi, Scott Edwards (c/wk), Zach Cachet, Vikramjit Singh, Roelof van der Merwe, Aryan Dutt, Kyle Klein, Paul van Meekeren, Fred Klaassen

Fantasy/Dream11 Prediction

• Captain Pick: Brandon McMullen
• Vice-Captain Pick: Michael Leask
• Players to Avoid: Teja Nidamanuru, Noah Croes

Pitch & Weather Report

• Pitch Conditions: The Forthill pitch is expected to be a balanced one, offering decent pace for seamers and some assistance for spinners. The surface is likely to reward batters who play with patience and discipline.
• First Innings Average Score: 245+
• Weather Forecast: Partly cloudy skies with a mild chance of rain. Temperatures are expected to be in the range of 18-21°C with humidity around 60%.

Head-to-Head Stats

At Forthill, Dundee:

• Matches: 1
• Scotland: 1
• Netherlands: 0

Toss Prediction

• Toss Winner: Netherlands
• Decision: Bowl First

Match Prediction

Scotland are the overwhelming favorites in this encounter, given their current form, home advantage, and a more settled team structure. They have the firepower to post a competitive total and the depth to defend it. While the Netherlands will be aiming to put up a better performance, they will need a significant improvement from both bat and ball to challenge the hosts.

Final Prediction: Scotland to win by a margin.

Disclaimer

All predictions are for entertainment and reference purposes only. Actual match outcomes may differ based on in-game conditions and player performances.
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