Oman vs Scotland Highlights: Scotland Cruise to Comfortable Win in T20 World Cup 2024
Scotland secured a convincing seven-wicket victory over Oman in their Group B encounter at the T20 World Cup 2024 in North Sound, Antigua[3][4][5]. The win has put Scotland in a strong position to qualify for the Super 8 stage of the tournament.
Oman, batting first, posted a competitive total of 150/7 in their 20 overs. Zeeshan Maqsood top-scored with 41 off 33 balls, while Mehran Khan chipped in with 30 off just 15 deliveries[3][4]. For Scotland, Brad Wheal was the pick of the bowlers with figures of 1/19 in his four overs[4].
In reply, Scotland chased down the target with 41 balls to spare. Openers George Munsey (41 off 20) and Michael Jones gave Scotland a flying start, putting on 68 runs in just 5.2 overs[3][4][5]. Brandon McMullen then took over, smashing an unbeaten 61 off just 31 balls to steer Scotland home[3][4][5].
The win has put Scotland in a strong position in Group B, with five points from three games. They are currently second in the group behind Australia, who have also won two out of their three matches so far[4].
Oman vs Scotland Highlights
The result has also put pressure on England in the race for the Super 8 spot from Group B. If Scotland beat Australia in their final group game and England defeat Oman and Namibia, the two teams will be tied on five points each[4]. In that scenario, net run rate will determine which team progresses, and Scotland currently have a healthy NRR of +2.164 compared to England’s -1.80[4].
Scotland will be hoping to carry forward the momentum from this win when they take on Australia in their final group game in St Lucia next Sunday[4][5]. A win in that match will guarantee them a spot in the Super 8 stage and will also knock out England from the tournament[4].
Oman Batting
| Player | Runs | Balls | Strike Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pratik Athavale | 54 | 40 | 135.00 |
| Ayaan Khan | 41 | 39 | 105.13 |
| Mehran Khan | 30 | 15 | 200.00 |
Scotland Bowling
| Player | Overs | Runs | Wickets | Economy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brad Wheal | 4 | 19 | 1 | 4.75 |
Scotland Batting
| Player | Runs | Balls | Strike Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brandon McMullen | 61* | 31 | 196.77 |
| George Munsey | 41 | 20 | 205.00 |
| Michael Jones | 27 | 18 | 150.00 |