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The Scotland National Cricket Team Vs Nepal National Cricket Team Stats provide an interesting record between two competitive associate cricket nations. Their modern rivalry has produced closely fought ODI matches, dramatic run chases, and a small but developing T20I record. The teams have regularly met in ICC Cricket World Cup League 2 fixtures, while their T20I meetings have added another dimension to the contest. Their matches have often been decided by narrow margins, including two-run victories and one-wicket finishes. The statistical record therefore offers a useful way to understand their performances across formats, venues, batting, bowling, and major individual contributions.
Head-to-Head Record
Scotland and Nepal have developed a competitive rivalry since their first recorded ODI meetings in 2022. Across 12 ODIs, Nepal have won six matches, Scotland have won five, and one match ended without a result. This record shows how closely matched the sides have been in the 50-over format.
Several ODI encounters have been particularly close. Scotland defeated Nepal by two runs at Dundee in June 2025 after scoring 323/6 and then restricting Nepal to 321. Nepal responded in the same series by winning by one wicket after chasing Scotland’s 296/7. In May 2026, Scotland again won by two runs using the DLS method, before Nepal won the next meeting by six wickets.
| ODI Head-to-Head Statistic | Scotland | Nepal |
|---|---|---|
| Matches | 12 | 12 |
| Wins | 5 | 6 |
| Losses | 6 | 5 |
| No Result | 1 | 1 |
| Highest Score | 323/6 | 321/10 |
| Lowest Score | 144 | 119 |
The close margins underline the competitive nature of this matchup.
ODI Stats
The ODI rivalry has produced 12 official meetings through May 2026. Nepal’s six victories give them a narrow advantage in the overall record, while Scotland’s five wins show that the difference between the sides has been small.
The highest-scoring ODI between them came at Forthill in Dundee on June 8, 2025. Scotland made 323/6, with Nepal replying with 321 all out. Scotland won by only two runs. This remains one of the most memorable matches between the teams because both sides passed 300.
Another notable game occurred on June 2, 2025, when Scotland scored 296/7 and Nepal successfully chased the target with 297/9. Nepal won by one wicket. These results demonstrate that both teams have shown the ability to perform strongly while batting first or chasing.
The 2026 meetings also continued the pattern of close contests. Scotland scored 243/8 against Nepal on May 12 and won by two runs under the DLS method. Six days later, Nepal chased Scotland’s 194 and reached 199/4 to win by six wickets.
T20I Stats
The T20I rivalry is considerably smaller than the ODI record. The teams have played three official T20Is. Nepal have won two and Scotland have won one.
Scotland recorded their highest T20I total against Nepal when they made 193/5 at Titwood in Glasgow on June 20, 2025. Scotland went on to win by 34 runs after Nepal were dismissed for 159.
Two days earlier, Scotland were bowled out for 97, but Nepal reached 98/8 to win by two wickets. Their latest T20I meeting took place at Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai on February 17, 2026, where Scotland scored 170/7. Nepal chased the target, reaching 171/3 in 19.2 overs to win by seven wickets.
| T20I Statistic | Scotland | Nepal |
|---|---|---|
| Matches | 3 | 3 |
| Wins | 1 | 2 |
| Losses | 2 | 1 |
| No Result | 0 | 0 |
| Highest Score | 193/5 | 171/3 |
| Lowest Score | 97 | 159 |
Because only three T20Is have been played, the statistical sample remains much smaller than the ODI record.
Home vs Away Record
Home conditions have played an interesting role in this rivalry. Scotland have hosted several matches in Glasgow and Dundee, while Nepal have hosted ODI fixtures in Kirtipur. Other matches have taken place at neutral venues, including games in Namibia, the United States, and India.
In Scotland, the sides have produced competitive matches. Nepal won by five wickets at Glasgow in July 2022, while Scotland later defeated Nepal in the same venue. Their 2025 T20I series in Glasgow was also split, with Nepal winning the first meeting by two wickets and Scotland winning the second by 34 runs.
Nepal’s home advantage has also produced important results. At Tribhuvan University International Cricket Ground in Kirtipur, Nepal recorded ODI victories over Scotland in 2023. The teams returned to Kirtipur in May 2026, where Scotland won one match by two runs before Nepal responded with a six-wicket victory.
Venue-wise Performance
The rivalry has been played at several grounds, giving the teams experience under different playing conditions.
| Venue | Format/Matches | Notable Result |
|---|---|---|
| Tribhuvan University International Cricket Ground, Kirtipur | ODI | Multiple close matches |
| Forthill, Dundee | ODI | Scotland 323/6, Nepal 321 |
| Titwood, Glasgow | T20I | Scotland 193/5 |
| Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai | T20I | Nepal won by 7 wickets |
| Grand Prairie Stadium, Texas | ODI | Nepal won by 5 wickets in 2024 |
| United Cricket Club Ground, Windhoek | ODI | Scotland won by 8 wickets |
Dundee has produced some of the highest-scoring matches in the rivalry, while Kirtipur has witnessed several important Nepal victories. Glasgow has also been significant because it hosted the first T20I series between these teams.
Highest Team Scores
Scotland’s highest ODI score against Nepal is 323/6, recorded at Forthill, Dundee, on June 8, 2025. Nepal came extremely close to the target, scoring 321 before being dismissed.
Nepal’s highest ODI total against Scotland is 321, achieved in the same match. The two-run difference between the highest scores demonstrates how narrow the contest was.
In T20Is, Scotland’s highest total is 193/5, while Nepal’s highest is 171/3. Scotland’s 193 came during their 34-run victory in Glasgow in June 2025. Nepal’s 171/3 came during their successful chase at Wankhede Stadium in February 2026.
| Format | Scotland Highest | Nepal Highest |
|---|---|---|
| ODI | 323/6 | 321 |
| T20I | 193/5 | 171/3 |
Lowest Team Scores
The lowest completed ODI total listed in the head-to-head record is 119 for Nepal and 144 for Scotland. Nepal’s 119 came against Scotland in Windhoek in December 2022, while Scotland’s 144 came in an ODI against Nepal in July 2022.
The T20I numbers are different. Scotland’s lowest score is 97 all out, recorded in Glasgow in June 2025. Nepal’s lowest completed T20I score in this rivalry is 159, which came in the following match when Scotland scored 193/5.
These figures show the contrast between the two formats. ODI cricket has produced considerably wider scoring ranges, while the T20I meetings have so far featured a small number of matches.
Most Runs
Several batters have made important contributions in the head-to-head rivalry. In the available combined head-to-head statistical record, Scotland’s George Munsey leads the run-scoring charts with 314 runs, followed by Nepal captain Rohit Paudel with 292. Nepal’s Dipendra Singh Airee has 278, while Scotland’s Michael Leask has 252 and Nepal’s Aasif Sheikh has 229.
Michael Leask also owns the highest individual score in the broader head-to-head record, with 107. Rohit Paudel’s highest score is 95, while Dipendra Singh Airee has reached 85.
| Player | Team | Head-to-Head Runs |
|---|---|---|
| George Munsey | Scotland | 314 |
| Rohit Paudel | Nepal | 292 |
| Dipendra Singh Airee | Nepal | 278 |
| Michael Leask | Scotland | 252 |
| Aasif Sheikh | Nepal | 229 |
These numbers highlight the importance of experienced batters in both teams.
Most Wickets
Bowling has also been an important part of the rivalry. Sandeep Lamichhane has been particularly effective for Nepal in T20I head-to-head statistics, while Michael Leask and Chris Greaves have contributed wickets for Scotland.
In the available T20I head-to-head record, Sandeep Lamichhane has five wickets, while Michael Leask and Chris Greaves have three each. Karan KC and Mark Watt have two apiece in that record.
| Bowler | Team | T20I H2H Wickets |
|---|---|---|
| Sandeep Lamichhane | Nepal | 5 |
| Michael Leask | Scotland | 3 |
| Chris Greaves | Scotland | 3 |
| Karan KC | Nepal | 2 |
| Mark Watt | Scotland | 2 |
The ODI record has also featured notable bowling performances, particularly from Nepal’s Lalit Rajbanshi, who took four wickets for 32 runs against Scotland in May 2026.
Best Batting Performances
The highest individual batting performances demonstrate how both teams have produced match-changing innings.
Michael Leask’s 107 is the highest individual score in the available head-to-head data. Rohit Paudel has also been a major contributor, with a highest score of 95 in the rivalry. Dipendra Singh Airee’s 85 and Kushal Malla’s 81 are other notable figures.
Recent matches have added further important performances. During Nepal’s six-wicket ODI victory in May 2026, Rohit Paudel scored an unbeaten 74 from 98 deliveries while Nepal successfully chased Scotland’s 194.
In T20Is, George Munsey has been an important scorer for Scotland. He was also Player of the Match when Scotland defeated Nepal by 34 runs in Glasgow in June 2025.
Best Bowling Performances
Bowling performances have often determined the outcome of close matches. Nepal’s spin options have created pressure in the middle overs, while Scotland have used seam and spin combinations to restrict Nepal’s scoring.
Sandeep Lamichhane leads the T20I head-to-head wicket list with five wickets. His performances have been especially important in the shorter format. Michael Leask and Chris Greaves have also taken three wickets each against Nepal in T20Is.
Lalit Rajbanshi produced one of the most recent significant ODI bowling displays when he took four wickets for 32 runs against Scotland in May 2026. Scotland were dismissed for 194 in that match, and Nepal completed the chase with four wickets remaining.
Recent Results
The recent meetings show how closely contested the rivalry has become.
| Date | Format | Scotland | Nepal | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 May 2026 | ODI | 243/8 | 218/7 | Scotland won by 2 runs, DLS |
| 18 May 2026 | ODI | 194 | 199/4 | Nepal won by 6 wickets |
| 17 Feb 2026 | T20I | 170/7 | 171/3 | Nepal won by 7 wickets |
| 20 Jun 2025 | T20I | 193/5 | 159 | Scotland won by 34 runs |
| 17 Jun 2025 | T20I | 97 | 98/8 | Nepal won by 2 wickets |
| 8 Jun 2025 | ODI | 323/6 | 321 | Scotland won by 2 runs |
| 2 Jun 2025 | ODI | 296/7 | 297/9 | Nepal won by 1 wicket |
The results include several exceptionally narrow finishes, particularly the two-run ODI victories and Nepal’s one-wicket ODI win.
FAQs
How many ODIs have Scotland and Nepal played?
Scotland and Nepal have played 12 official ODIs. Nepal have won six, Scotland have won five, and one match ended without a result.
How many T20Is have Scotland and Nepal played?
They have played three official T20Is. Nepal have won two and Scotland have won one.
What is Scotland’s highest ODI score against Nepal?
Scotland’s highest ODI total against Nepal is 323/6, scored at Forthill in Dundee on June 8, 2025.
What is Nepal’s highest ODI score against Scotland?
Nepal’s highest ODI score against Scotland is 321, also recorded at Forthill in Dundee on June 8, 2025.
What is Scotland’s highest T20I score against Nepal?
Scotland’s highest T20I score is 193/5, made at Titwood in Glasgow on June 20, 2025.
What is Nepal’s highest T20I score against Scotland?
Nepal’s highest T20I score is 171/3, achieved at Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai on February 17, 2026.
Who has scored the most runs in Scotland vs Nepal matches?
In the available combined head-to-head statistics, George Munsey leads with 314 runs, followed by Rohit Paudel with 292.
Who has taken the most T20I wickets between Scotland and Nepal?
Sandeep Lamichhane leads the available T20I head-to-head wicket record with five wickets.
What was the closest ODI match between Scotland and Nepal?
Several matches have been decided by extremely small margins. Scotland won by two runs in Dundee in June 2025 and again by two runs using the DLS method in Kirtipur in May 2026. Nepal also won by one wicket in Dundee in June 2025.
Conclusion
The Scotland and Nepal cricket rivalry has developed into a competitive contest, particularly in ODI cricket. Across 12 ODIs, Nepal have six wins compared with Scotland’s five, while their three T20Is have produced two Nepal victories and one Scotland victory. The statistical record includes high-scoring matches such as Scotland’s 323/6 and Nepal’s 321, along with several very narrow finishes. George Munsey, Rohit Paudel, Dipendra Singh Airee, Michael Leask, and Sandeep Lamichhane have all made significant contributions to the head-to-head record. With both teams continuing to compete in international cricket, future meetings are likely to add further important statistics to this growing rivalry.