Hello, welcome back to Sports Jazbaa. Today, we will cover the 64th Match of the ICC CWC League between the Netherlands and the Scotland.
The NED vs SCO Dream11 Team, Dream11 Prediction, and Fantasy Tips will be discussed, along with full Stats and Information on every player.
In this preview, we will discuss the probable playing11 of both teams. Dream11 Team will also be discussed here.
So, let’s start with the Pitch Report without wasting time.
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Pitch Report
Why Batters Will Dominate?
✅ Flat & True Surface – The ball comes on perfectly to the bat, making strokeplay effortless.
✅ Normal Boundaries – Not too big, not too small – balanced for both sixes and quick runs.
✅ High-Scoring Ground – Average 1st innings score: 307 – expect big totals!
Bowlers? They’ll Have to Work Hard!
❌ No Help for Pacers – No swing or seam movement after the first few overs.
❌ No Turn for Spinners – Pitch stays true throughout the innings.
📌 Last 5 Matches: 70 wickets fell (Pacers: 41, Spinners: 29).
📌 Fantasy Impact:
✔ Stack top-order batters (They’ll cash in on this pitch!).
✔ All-rounders are GOLD (Batting + Bowling = Double points!).
❌ Avoid too many bowlers (Unless they’re wicket-takers!).
Head-to-Head
Recent Battles:
✔ Last 5 Matches: NED won 2, SCO won 1 – close contests!
✔ Key Trend: Netherlands won 2 of last 3 – momentum with them!
📌 Fantasy Insight:
- Scotland’s top order is strong, but Netherlands’ middle order can be dangerous!
- Bowling? Both teams are balanced – spinners & pacers can step up on their day!
🏏 Team Previews
Netherlands
✔ Batting Strength: Middle & Lower Order Strong – Can chase big targets under pressure.
✔ Bowling Strength: Spin + Pace Both Effective – Can restrict or attack as needed.
✔ Key Players: S Edwards (WK) – Experienced, consistent performer!
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📌 X-Factor Player:
- R Van Der Merwe – Economical bowler, handy batter, great fielder!
Scotland
✔ Batting Strength: Top & Middle Order Strong – Can set up or chase big totals!
✔ Bowling Strength: Spin + Pace Both Strong – Wicket-takers in all phases!
✔ Key Players: G Munsey, B McMullen – Explosive & consistent!
📌 X-Factor Player:
- M Leask – Contributes with bat & ball, underrated pick!
Probable Playing11
Here is the probable playing 11 of both teams.
Netherlands
Player Name | Recent Form |
1. M O'Dowd | 48, 17+0w, 43, -, 21 |
2. T Nidamanuru | 15, -, 47, -, 36 |
3. N Croes | 5, -, 13, 7, 6 |
4. M Levitt | 41+1w, 10, 32+1w, 8, 0 |
5. S Edwards | 74, 4, 17, 0, 20 |
6. Z Lion Cachet | 47+1w, 2+1w, 6+3w, -, 6+1w |
7. B De Leede | 21, -, 0, -, 0+2w |
8. R Van der Merwe | 0w, 2w, 1w, 2w, 1w |
9. V Kingma | 2w, -, 1w, 0w, 1w |
10. K Klein | 2w, 3w, 2w, -, 4w |
11. P van Meekeren | 3w, 3w, 0w, -, 2w |
Scotland
Player Name | Recent Form |
1. G Munsey | 43, 78, 5, 5, 23 |
2. C Tear | 27, -, 51, 0, 43 |
3. B McMullen | 15+1w, 58+1w, 115+0w, 117+2w, 26 |
4. R Berrington | 32, 6, 2, -, 26 |
5. F McCreath | 33, 35, 82, 100, 35 |
6. M Cross | 3, 2, 0, 45, 16 |
7. M Leask | 2+1w, 0, 29+0w, 18, 5+3w |
8. M Watt | 1w, 2w, -, 1w, 0w |
9. J Jarvis | 15+1w, 16+1w, 14+1w, 8+1w, 8+1w |
10. J Davidson | 1w, 2w, 7w, 1w, 2w |
11. C Cassell | 1w, 1w, 0w, 3w, 0w |
Key Players to Watch
🎯 SAFE Captaincy Picks (Must-Have!)
1. G Munsey (SCO – BAT) ✅
✔ Consistent Performer – Scores runs regularly!
✔ Aggressive Opener – Loves to attack from ball one!
✔ Technically Solid – Plays both pace & spin well!
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📌 Why Captain?
- High chance of a big score – 50+ points guaranteed!
2. B McMullen (SCO – ALL) ✅
✔ Batting Form: In great touch!
✔ Bowling Backup: Wicket-taker!
✔ Recent Performances: Consistent contributor!
📌 Why Vice-Captain?
- 30 runs + 2 wickets = 70+ points!
3. S Edwards (NED – WK) ✅
✔ Experienced Player – Performs in crunch games!
✔ WK Bonus Points – Catches & stumpings add value!
✔ Middle-Order Rock – Stabilizes or accelerates as needed!
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📌 Why Pick Him?
- 40+ runs + dismissals = 50+ points!
🎲 HIGH-Risk, HIGH-Reward Picks
1. R Van Der Merwe (NED – ALL) 💣
✔ Economical Bowler – Can squeeze runs in middle overs!
✔ Handy Batter – Can hit quick 20-30 runs!
📌 Best For: GL teams needing a differential!
2. M Leask (SCO – ALL) 🌟
✔ Underrated All-Rounder – Contributes in both departments!
✔ X-Factor! – Can win the match in just 10 balls!
📌 Risk: Sometimes bats too low!
❌ HIGH-Risk DROP Options
1. Max O’Dowd (NED – BAT) 🚫
❌ Poor Recent Form – Struggling to score runs!
❌ Scotland’s Bowling Strong – Tough match-up!
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2. Bas De Leede (NED – ALL) 🚫
❌ No Bowling Role – Won’t bowl!
❌ Bats Too Low – Minimal impact!
📋 Dream11 Team Suggestions
✅ SAFE Team (H2H & Small Leagues)
✔ Batters: G Munsey (C), S Edwards
✔ All-Rounders: B McMullen (VC)
✔ Bowlers: J Davidson, R Van Der Merwe
✔ WK: S Edwards
📌 Strategy: Bank on Scotland’s top order & Netherlands’ middle order!
🎯 RISKY Team (Grand League Punt!)
✔ Batters: F McCreath
✔ All-Rounders: M Leask, Z Lion Cachet
✔ Bowlers: J Davidson
✔ Captain: B McMullen
✔ VC: M Leask
📌 Strategy: Go for differentials like Davidson & Leask!
📢 Final Fantasy Tips to WIN BIG!
✔ Toss = CRUCIAL! – Bowl first (dew not a factor but chasing easier here!)
✔ Scotland’s Top Order = MUST-HAVE! – Munsey & McMullen!
✔ Netherlands’ Middle Order = Key! – Edwards & Van Der Merwe!
🚨 Pro Tip:
- If Scotland bats first, LOAD UP on their batters!
- If Netherlands bats first, TRUST Edwards & all-rounders!