St Lucia : Australia defeated Scotland at Daren Sammy Stadium, St Lucia by 5 Wickets. This win also ensured England’s Super 8 qualification.
Chasing 186 runs, Australia despite losing David Warner (1) , Mitchell Marsh (8), Glenn Maxwell (11) early, went after Scottish bowlers.
Travis Head (68), Marcus Stoinis (59), Tim David’s cameo (24*) ensured a last over dramatic & successful chase by Aussies , ending group stage with 4 wins in 4 Matches.
In 1st innings, Scotland Batted brilliantly. George Munsey (35), Brandon McMullen (60), Richie Berrington (42*) helped Scotland reach the total of 180-5 (20).
Marcus Stoinis was adjourned the Man of The Match for his heroics.
Meanwhile, England who were on the verge of disqualification from the tournament needed to results to go to Super 8. Winning against Namibia and Australia defeating Scotland.
Both of those happened successfully as England defeated Namibia in a rain curtailed encounter by 41 runs and Australia too defeated Scotland, ensuring England’s qualification.
Brief Scorecard :
1st Innings :
Sco : 180-5 (20)
Brandon McMullen : 60 (34)
2nd Innings :
Aus : 186-5 (19.4)
Travis Head : 68 (49)
Marcus Stoinis : 59 (29)
Result : Australia won by 5 Wickets
