SCO vs AUS | Josh Inglis’ heroic ton powers Australia to series win over Scotland

ByDebayan Sinha, SportsCafe Editor

09/06/2024

Australia defeated Scotland by 70 runs in the second T20I at Edinburgh, securing a 2-0 lead in the series. Josh Inglis led Australia’s batting with a century, guiding them to 196/4 in their 20 overs while Brandon McMullen's impressive innings was overshadowed by Australia's pace and spin attack.

‌Australia had a disastrous start after being asked to bat first. Travis Head, who had shone in the previous match, was dismissed for a golden duck. The struggles continued when Jake Fraser-McGurk fell in the fourth over without making an impact. However, the tide turned for the Aussies when Josh Inglis and Cameron Green came together. Inglis took charge while Green offered solid support, building a crucial 92-run partnership. Inglis’ explosive innings saw him reach his second T20I century off just 43 balls, with the score at 176/3 in 18 overs. Tim David added a quick-fire cameo smashing 17 off 7 balls, pushing Australia to a competitive total of 196/4 in their 20 overs.

In reply, Scotland got off to a flying start, hammering 17 runs in the first over bowled by Xavier Bartlett. However, the momentum was short-lived as Aaron Hardie and Bartlett struck in quick succession to remove Michael Jones and George Munsey. Brandon McMullen and Richie Berrington steadied things briefly, taking Scotland to 37/2 after five overs. Just before the end of the powerplay, Marcus Stoinis dismissed Berrington, bringing Charlie Tear to the crease. The pressure mounted further when Adam Zampa sent Tear packing. McMullen, however, stood firm and played a brilliant innings, reaching a half-century off 36 balls. But his valiant effort was cut short by Sean Abbott in the 13th over. With 90 runs required from 42 balls and the last recognized batting pair of Michael Leask and Mark Watt at the crease, Scotland’s hopes dimmed. Watt and Christopher Sole’s dismissal in the 15th over left the hosts reeling at 115/8, sealing the match in Australia’s favour. Ultimately, the hosts were bundled out for 126 runs as Australia won the game by 70 runs and clinching the series three-match series.

LOL! xD xD

Tim david looks like a blind slogger ngl
— Aaryush (@Aaryush31)

What a day for him today!

Josh Inglis becomes the first Australian men's wicket-keeper to score a T20I century!

The previous three highest scores belonged to Matthew Wade.
— Omkar Mankame (@Oam_16)

Man just smashed!

Against Scotland in T20I:

Josh Inglis Babar Urdu
— Johns (@JohnyBravo183)

What a site to watch!

Josh Inglis, what a century 💯 .. His 2nd after that wonderful century against India after 19 Nov

Dropped for Matthew Wade in T20 WC 👀
— UndergraD🤳 (@ugcric)

Big sixes today!

JOSH INGLIS SHOW....!!!! 🔥

- 103 runs from just 49 balls including 7 fours & 7 sixes against Scotland. A special knock to remember from Inglis.
— Johns. (@CricCrazyJohns)

Huge win!

Australia Won match by 70 runs.

Australia also won the series by 2-0.

Marcus Stoinis - 4 wickets

Cameron Green - 2 wickets

Aaron Hardie, Adam zampa, Xavier Bratlett and Sean Abbott with 1 wicket each.

What a performance !!!!!!!!
— 𝐀𝐥𝐥 𝐀𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐀𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐚 🦘🇦🇺 (@AdvocateMessi)

Stoinis gets four!

Australia too good for Scotland as they win the 2nd T20I by 70 runs

Marcus Stoinis finishes with his best T20I bowling figures of 4-23
— ThePoppingCrease (@PoppingCreaseSA)

That was something very interesting their!

There is no 3rd umpire for the Scotland Vs Australia T20i series.

- The absence of a third umpire might lead to more on-field controversies but could also bring back the raw, traditional essence of cricket where umpires' decisions are final.
— Akaran.A (@Akaran_1)

Good innings!

Josh Inglis dismissed for 103 runs in 49 balls with 7 sixes and 7 fours, Well played Josh Inglis it was a wondeful innings!🔥and Tim David comes in to bat.
— Akaran.A (@Akaran_1)

SCO vs AUS | Josh Inglis’ heroic ton powers Australia to series win over Scotland

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