SCO vs NEP: ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 | Match Prediction, Squads, Live Score & Stats

• Fixture: Scotland vs Nepal
• Tournament: ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 – Group C
• Match: 33rd Match, Group C
• Date & Time: 17 February 2026, 7:00 PM IST
• Venue: Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai, India

Match Preview

The ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 is being played in Mumbai against Scotland in Group C, which ends with a battle of pride. Neither team can advance to the Super Eight stage. Both want to end their campaigns with pride and victory. Every World Cup victory is important for the Associate Nations. It shows progress. It boosts confidence. It proves that the game is moving beyond traditional cricketing nations.

Nepal have experienced a difficult tournament without a win in three matches. They turned a promising start into a disappointing near miss but never turned it into a win. The four-run defeat to England was the cruelest blow. They were close. They couldn’t finish the job. The winning teams are struggling to find the finishing touch they got against West Indies and in other matches.

Scotland have shown more competitiveness throughout Group C. They beat Italy early in the group stage. They pushed top teams including England close before narrowly losing. Their balanced effort with bat and ball has given them a measurable edge over Nepal in this final group clash. Scotland come with pace. Nepal need to find some.

NEP vs SCO – Head to Head (T20Is)

Note: Prior to the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 clash, Nepal and Scotland have played two T20 International matches against each other. Nepal has won one match (by 2 wickets) and Scotland has won one match (by 34 runs).

NEP vs SCO – Squad List

Pitch Report – Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai

Team Analysis

Nepal

Nepal’s top order players, including Kushal Bhurtel and Deependra Singh Airi, have shown the ability to build innings and score quickly. Spin options like Sandeep Lamichhane are a real threat, especially on turning tracks that suit his leg spin skills.

Their concerns are real. Despite competitive performances in many matches, Nepal has not registered a single tournament win. Inconsistent contributions in batting and bowling have hurt them at crucial moments. They have struggled to chase competitive targets when wins are possible.

The key players to watch are Kushal Bhurtel who is Nepal’s leading batting threat and is capable of setting big scores from the top. Deependra Singh Airi brings a middle-order aggression that can quickly change the dynamics of a match. Sandeep Lamichhane is a strike spinner who has the real ability to turn a match around against any batting lineup.

Scotland

Scotland have experienced players like George Muncie and Richie Barrington in their bowling attack who are capable of playing impressive innings under pressure. Their bowling attack includes real wicket-taking options like Michael Leask and Chris Greaves who have performed throughout the tournament.

Their concerns centre on their inconsistency with the bat and their failure to dominate key moments in tight games. There have been times when Scotland have let matches slip away when they should have. They cannot afford to make such mistakes against Nepal.

Key players to watch include George Muncie who is an aggressive top-order scorer capable of destroying bowling attacks in the Powerplay. Richie Barrington consistently captains and scores valuable runs in difficult situations. Michael Leask provides an all-round bowling threat with experience and variety.

Toss Prediction

The Wankhede surface, which is conducive to batting in the evening conditions, makes it an attractive option for both captains to bat first. Setting a challenging score puts scoreboard pressure on the chasing team. Both teams will be looking to bat and set a target in this final group match where pace is crucial for future campaigns.

Cricbites Match Prediction

Cricbites Prediction: Scotland will win based on their group performance and balanced lineup, while Nepal could pull off a surprise result if their key players make match-deciding contributions.

Final Thoughts

The match between Nepal and Scotland at the Wankhede will be an entertaining final match in Group C cricket. Both the associate nations have fought hard throughout the tournament. Both the teams deserve credit for competing in the true sense against strong opponents during Group C.

Nepal will look to end their World Cup campaign with their first win and an end to their previous near miss disappointment. Scotland will look to confirm their competitive identity and end their campaign with two wins. Expect strategic spin play and aggressive batting in the powerplay from both sides. Individual talent could decide this close competitive final group match between two teams who still have pride to boast about.

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Disclaimer

This preview and prediction is based on verified match details, team form and expected conditions at the Wankhede Stadium in the tournament. Actual match results may vary due to toss results, weather and individual performances on the day.

FAQs: Frequently Asked Questions

Q1. Who is the captain of Nepal in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026?

Nepal’s captain in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 is Rohit Paudel.

Q2. Who is the captain of Scotland in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026?

Scotland’s captain in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 is Richie Barrington.

Q3. When and at what time will NEP vs SCO be played?

Nepal will face Scotland on 17 February 2026. This match is scheduled to start at 7:00 PM IST.

Q4. Where is the match being played?

The NEP vs SCO T20 World Cup 2026 match will be played at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai, India.

Q5. What is the match number of NEP vs SCO in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026?

This match is the 33rd match of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 in the Group C stage.