Australia’s arrogance was exposed in front of the 12th ranked team, they were forced to score runs, they managed to win after much difficulty
AUS vs SCO: The 35th match of the T20 World Cup 2024 was played between Australia and Scotland (AUS vs SCO). This match was a do or die situation for Scotland in terms of reaching the Super-8. Batting first, Scotland scored 180 runs for the loss of 5 wickets in the stipulated 20 overs. While chasing the target, Australia had to work hard. Australia won the match by 5 wickets in the last over with 3 balls remaining.
AUs vs SCO: Australia beat Scotland
- Australia's captain Mitchell Marsh won the toss and decided to bowl first. Batting first, Scotland displayed a brilliant batting display.
- Scotland scored 180 runs for the loss of 5 wickets in 20 overs. In which Brandon McMullen played the highest innings of 60 runs, captain Richie Berrington made an important contribution of 42 runs.
- While chasing this target, the Australian team faltered badly. Because, Australia lost 3 wickets for 60 runs. But in the last over, they won the match by 5 wickets.
- It seemed that Scotland would win this match easily, but they fielded poorly and missed many catches.
- Due to which the match slipped out of their hands. Travis scored 68 runs and Marcus Stoinis scored 59 runs to put the match in Australia's bag.
AUS vs SCO: Scotland out of Super-8 race
- Australia had already entered the Super-8. But this match was very important for Scotland.
- Because, Scotland could have got entry in Super-8 by defeating Australia. But, the Kangaroos shattered this dream of the opposition team.
- Scotland had a golden opportunity, but it slipped out of their hands in a tight match.
Australia's win gives England a ticket to Super-8
- After Super-8, the picture of Group-B has become completely clear. Australia and England have qualified for Super-8.
- England has benefited from Scotland's defeat. Let us tell you that Scotland and England have 5-5 points. But, England's net run rate is better. Due to which they got entry in Super-8.