The Scotland T20I Tri-Series is heating up, and all eyes are now on the second clash of the tournament—Nepal vs Netherlands, scheduled for June 16, 2025, at Titwood, Glasgow. With Nepal looking to carry their ODI momentum into the T20 format and the Netherlands aiming to bounce back from their recent loss to Scotland, this matchup is crucial for both sides.
If you’re building a fantasy team for this contest, here’s everything you need—pitch insights, player picks, team predictions, and fantasy tips—all in one place.
Match Overview
- Fixture: Nepal vs Netherlands – Match 2, Scotland T20I Tri-Series
- Date: June 16, 2025
- Time: 7:30 PM IST | 3:00 PM Local Time
- Venue: Titwood, Glasgow
- Live Streaming: FanCode
Pitch and Weather Report
- Pitch Analysis: The pitch at Titwood has offered variable bounce and slight grip for spinners. A score range between 140–160 is expected.
- Weather Forecast: Overcast skies with intermittent rain chances. Early swing is likely, benefitting pace bowlers in the powerplay.
Head-to-Head in T20 Internationals
| Team | Wins |
|---|---|
| Nepal | 5 |
| Netherlands | 7 |
| No Result | 1 |
The Netherlands have a slight edge in previous meetings, but Nepal’s recent form levels the field.
Recent Form (Last 5 Matches)
- Nepal: Won, Won, Won, No Result, Lost
- Netherlands: Lost, Won, Won, Lost, Won
Nepal enters with consistent performances, while the Netherlands will be looking to improve after a defeat to Scotland in their opener.
Probable Playing XIs
Nepal:
- Anil Kumar Sah (wk)
- Kushal Bhurtel
- Rohit Kumar Paudel (c)
- Aarif Sheikh
- Dipendra Singh Airee
- Basir Ahmed
- Bhim Sarki
- KC Karan
- Nandan Yadav
- Sandeep Lamichhane
- Lalit Rajbanshi / Kiran Thagunna
Netherlands:
- Michael Levitt
- Max O’Dowd
- Zach Lion Cachet
- Scott Edwards (c & wk)
- Teja Nidamanuru
- Noah Croes
- Aryan Dutt
- Roelof van der Merwe
- Kyle Klein
- Paul van Meekeren / Daniel Doram
- Saqib Zulfiqar
Key Players for Fantasy Selection
Batters
- Max O’Dowd (Netherlands): Despite a failure in the previous match, O’Dowd remains a reliable top-order option.
- Michael Levitt (Netherlands): Showed control and composure with a 36-run contribution against Scotland.
- Kushal Bhurtel (Nepal): Known for aggressive starts; can significantly influence early overs.
Wicketkeepers
- Scott Edwards (Netherlands): Middle-order anchor and experienced keeper-batter.
- Anil Kumar Sah (Nepal): Can offer budget value and points behind the stumps.
All-Rounders
- Dipendra Singh Airee (Nepal): Regular contributor with both bat and ball.
- Basir Ahmed (Nepal): Promising middle-order option with additional bowling potential.
Bowlers
- Sandeep Lamichhane (Nepal): Nepal’s leading wicket-taker in T20Is, offers consistent returns.
- Aryan Dutt (Netherlands): Took 3 wickets in the previous game and is in good form.
- KC Karan (Nepal): Can be effective in the death overs and add value with the bat.
Suggested Fantasy Teams
Option 1 – Balanced Lineup
Captain: Max O’Dowd
Vice-Captain: Basir Ahmed
Players:
Scott Edwards, Max O’Dowd, Kushal Bhurtel, Dipendra Singh Airee, Michael Levitt, Zach Lion Cachet, KC Karan, Sandeep Lamichhane, Nandan Yadav, Aryan Dutt, Basir Ahmed
Option 2 – Nepal-Focused Lineup
Captain: Michael Levitt
Vice-Captain: Sandeep Lamichhane
Players:
Anil Kumar Sah, Scott Edwards, Rohit Paudel, Basir Ahmed, Teja Nidamanuru, Roelof van der Merwe, Kushal Bhurtel, Sandeep Lamichhane, Kyle Klein, Aryan Dutt, Dipendra Airee
Fantasy Strategy Tips
- Prioritize top-order batsmen from both teams; early runs are critical given overcast conditions.
- Include at least one death-over bowler from each side for wicket-taking potential.
- Spin bowlers will come into play in the middle overs; consider Dutt and Lamichhane as key inclusions.
- For grand league formats, players like Zach Cachet and Bhim Sarki can be high-risk, high-reward picks.
Match Prediction
Despite the Netherlands’ pervious success rate, Nepal appears stronger based on recent T20I form and a more settled squad. This match is expected to be closely contested, but Nepal holds a slight edge heading into this fixture.
Live Telecast and Score Updates
- Watch Live: FanCode
- Score Updates: Available on ESPNcricinfo, Cricbuzz, and Possible11 platforms
All fantasy predictions are based on available data and player form. Please confirm final playing 11 before making your selections. Exercise discretion and manage your risk when participating in fantasy contests.
Disclaimer
This article (NED vs NEP Fantasy Dream11 Prediction) is based on analysis and past performance. Fantasy sports involve risk and discretion is advised. Make team selections based on final playing XI announcements.
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