The Scotland T20I Tri-Series is heating up, and this clash between Nepal and Netherlands on June 19th at Titwood, Glasgow, is crucial for both sides. As a former cricketer, this is the kind of match you look forward to — one team trying to stay alive, the other with a chance to clinch the series.
Match Overview
- Match: Nepal vs Netherlands, Match 5
- Date & Time: June 19, 2025 | 7:30 PM IST / 3:00 PM Local
- Venue: Titwood, Glasgow
- Live Streaming: FanCode
Pitch Report – A Tale of Two Faces
Titwood has played two roles this week — once a low-scoring surface, then a high-scoring belter. With overcast skies expected and some swing early on, pacers might enjoy the new ball. But make no mistake, if batters get set, runs will come thick and fast. The average first innings score is around 158, and chasing might get tricky as the pitch slows.
Head-to-Head Record
- Matches Played: 14
- Nepal Wins: 5
- Netherlands Wins: 8
- No Result: 1
Nepal have been improving, but the Dutch have often had the upper hand.
Recent Form Stats
| Team | Last 5 Matches | Momentum |
|---|---|---|
| Nepal | Won, Lost, Lost, NR, Won | Mixed |
| Netherlands | Won, Won, Lost, Won, Won | Strong |
Netherlands come in on a high, while Nepal will want to ride their latest win over Scotland to build confidence.
Fantasy Cricket Top Picks
Let’s approach this like picking your playing XI before a big tour match. Who’s in form? Who can turn the match? Who’s the safest bet?
Top Batters
- Michael Levitt (Netherlands): 90 off 57 in his last game. Young, hungry, and turning 22 today. He’ll want to make it count.
- Kushal Bhurtel (Nepal): Consistent at the top with scores of 34 and 30. Reliable with bat and handy with the ball.
All-Rounders
- Dipendra Singh Airee (Nepal): Contributes with both bat and ball. Picked up 2 wickets and scored a vital 14 in their last outing.
- Teja Nidamanuru (Netherlands): Match-winner with the ball recently. Took 3 wickets vs Scotland and is a powerful middle-order bat.
Bowlers
- Sandeep Lamichhane (Nepal): Veteran leggie. 4 for 11 against Scotland was a reminder of what he can do when conditions suit.
- Daniel Doram / Aryan Dutt (Netherlands): Can build pressure with tidy spells, especially if spin comes into play.
Wicketkeepers
- Scott Edwards (Netherlands): Smart cricketer, tactical captain, and coming off a 21-ball 31.
Suggested Fantasy Teams
Team 1
Scott Edwards, Max O’Dowd, Teja Nidamanuru, Rohit Kumar Paudel, Roelof van der Merwe, Kushal Bhurtel (VC), Dipendra Singh Airee, Michael Levitt (C), KC Karan, Sandeep Lamichhane, Daniel Doram
Team 2
Scott Edwards (VC), Lokesh Bam, Teja Nidamanuru, Rohit Kumar Paudel, Vikramjit Singh, Basir Ahmed, Kushal Bhurtel, Michael Levitt, Sandeep Lamichhane (C), Lalit Rajbanshi, Aryan Dutt
Key Players to Watch
| Player | Impact |
|---|---|
| Michael Levitt | In top form, match-winner with the bat |
| Sandeep Lamichhane | Big game experience, crucial wicket-taker |
| Kushal Bhurtel | Steady opener, contributes in both departments |
| Teja Nidamanuru | Floats around in the batting order and chips in with wickets |
| Scott Edwards | Reads game well, accelerates smartly in middle overs |
Match Prediction
If I had to call it like we used to in the dressing room, I’d say this is Netherlands’ match to lose. They’re in form, playing with confidence, and Levitt’s presence at the top is a real boost. But don’t count Nepal out — Lamichhane and Bhurtel can turn this game if they strike early.
Fdaytalk Prediction: Netherlands to win, but it could be closer than expected if Nepal’s spinners strike.
Fantasy Captaincy Choices
- Captain: Michael Levitt / Sandeep Lamichhane
- Vice-Captain: Kushal Bhurtel / Teja Nidamanuru
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