Australia’s dominance continued in the second T20I against Scotland, as they secured a comprehensive 7-wicket victory at Grange Cricket Club in Edinburgh. The Mitchell Marsh-led side showcased their batting prowess, chasing down Scotland’s 155-run target with ease.
Travis Head was the star of the show for Australia, smashing an astonishing 80 runs off just 25 deliveries. His blistering knock included five towering sixes and 12 boundaries, setting the tone for Australia’s aggressive approach. The opening partnership between Head and Marsh (29) laid the foundation for the chase, as they amassed 113 runs in the powerplay, the highest-ever score in a T20I first powerplay.
Scotland’s bowlers struggled to contain Australia’s onslaught, with only Mark Watt (2/30) managing to pick up multiple wickets. The Scottish batsmen had earlier posted a competitive total of 154/6, thanks to contributions from George Munsey (30), Matthew Cross (29), and Calum MacLeod (27).
However, Australia’s bowlers proved too strong, with Josh Hazlewood (2/22) and Cameron Green (2/25) sharing four wickets between them. Scotland captain Richie Berrington acknowledged the gulf in class between the two sides, stating that Australia’s bowlers made it difficult for his batsmen to capitalize on their good start.
The victory gives Australia an unassailable 2-0 lead in the three-match series. The final T20I will be played on September 8, 2024, at the same venue.
