ICC World Cup Qualifier: Scotland knocks out West Indies

Scotland batsman Mathew Cross, left, and Brandon McMullen touch gloves on their way to beating the West Indies.
Scotland batsman Mathew Cross, left, and Brandon McMullen touch gloves on their way to beating the West Indies.

Scotland beat the West Indies by seven wickets.

West Indies will not participate in the men’s 50-over Cricket World Cup for the first time after falling to Scotland in their Super Six match at the qualification competition in Zimbabwe on Saturday by a score of 7 wickets.

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Scotland chose to bat after winning the toss and held the two-time defending champions to 181 all out in 43.5 overs. The best bowler was Brandon McMullen, who finished with three for 32 in nine overs. Scotland easily achieved their goal of 185 for three in 43.3 overs, accomplishing it thanks to McMullen’s 69 and Matthew Cross’ undefeated 74.

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West Indies cannot pass Sri Lanka and Zimbabwe, who have six points apiece after their first three games in the Super Six stage, because they have 0 points from their three games. With upcoming games against Zimbabwe and the Netherlands, Scotland now has four points and is still in the running.

The Windies’ disastrous campaign was highlighted by their first-ever loss to Scotland in 50-over cricket. Their own coach, Daren Sammy, referred to them as the weakest fielding team in the qualification competition.

Two teams qualify for the Cricket World Cup from the tournament. Sri Lanka are favorites with host Zimbabwe, Scotland, and the Netherlands the remaining contenders.

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