Cricket World Cup League 2: Scotland suffer heavy defeat by USA

Scotland suffered a heavy defeat by USA as their journey to Nepal in Cricket World Cup League 2 ended on a damaging observe.

Richie Berrington’s aspect had been bundled out for simply 169 after successful the toss and opting to bat first.

Mark Watt top-scored with 66 as seven batters failed to succeed in double figures.

In reply, American opener Smit Patel was dropped from the primary ball of the chase, which moderately summed up the Scots’ day.

Patel and Shayan Jahangir acquired the United States forward of the required charge early and so they by no means ceded management, reaching their goal for the lack of 4 wickets with 22.5 overs to spare.

“The wicket was probably a little slower than we thought it would be,” Berrington stated. “We weren’t at our best. The batting didn’t quite fire. A couple of guys put in good contributions, but there just wasn’t enough support.

“When you have not acquired runs to play with, it was vital to attempt to decide up early wickets. Unfortunately we did not fairly handle to try this and from there you are chasing the sport.”

Scotland had moved to the highest of the standings after wins over hosts Nepal and USA in Kirtipur, however have dropped again to second behind USA after successive losses.