The SCO vs UAE 125th match of the ICC Cricket World Cup League Two 2023-27 will be played on August 9, 2026, at Forthill, Dundee. Scotland will look to continue their winning momentum after beating Canada by 9 runs, while the UAE will aim to return to action after two consecutive abandoned matches.
Scotland have the advantage of home conditions, stronger recent head-to-head results, and better match practice, making them the favorites.
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Match Overview – SCO vs UAE
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Series | ICC Cricket World Cup League Two 2023-27 |
| Match | Scotland vs United Arab Emirates – 125th Match |
| Venue | Forthill, Dundee |
| Date | 9 August 2026 |
| Time | 1:00 AM Local / 12:00 AM GMT / 5:30 AM IST |
| Match Format | ODI |
| Teams | Scotland vs UAE |
Team Form – SCO vs UAE
Scotland Recent Form
| Match | Opponent | Date | Result | Details |
| 123rd Match | Canada | 07 Aug 2026 | Won | Won by 9 runs |
| 121st Match | UAE | 03 Aug 2026 | Abandoned | No ball bowled |
| 107th Match | USA | 20 May 2026 | Lost | Lost by 6 wickets |
| 106th Match | Nepal | 18 May 2026 | Lost | Lost by 6 wickets |
| 104th Match | USA | 14 May 2026 | Won | Won by 2 runs (DLS) |
Scotland won their latest match against Canada by 9 runs and have won two of their last three completed games. Their home advantage should also help them handle the conditions at Forthill.
UAE Recent Form
| Match | Opponent | Date | Result | Details |
| 122nd Match | Canada | 05 Aug 2026 | Abandoned | No ball bowled |
| 121st Match | Scotland | 03 Aug 2026 | Abandoned | No ball bowled |
| 101st Match | Oman | 03 May 2026 | Won | Won by 54 runs |
| 100th Match | Nepal | 01 May 2026 | Lost | Lost by 6 runs (DLS) |
| 98th Match | Oman | 27 Apr 2026 | Won | Won by 25 runs |
The UAE have won two of their last three completed matches but have not played since their match against Oman in May. The lack of recent match practice could be a disadvantage against Scotland.
Head-to-Head Record – SCO vs UAE
| Date | Winner | Result / Status |
| 03 Aug 2026 | None | Match abandoned |
| 14 May 2025 | Scotland | Won by 8 wickets |
| 08 May 2025 | UAE | Won by 97 runs |
| 04 May 2025 | Scotland | Won by 3 wickets |
| 03 Mar 2024 | Scotland | Won by 8 wickets |
Last 5 Meetings
| Team | Wins |
| Scotland | 3 |
| UAE | 1 |
| No Result | 1 |
Scotland have won three of the last five meetings, while the UAE have one victory and one abandoned match.
Venue & Pitch Report – Forthill, Dundee
The Forthill surface should offer balanced conditions, with early moisture and cloud cover potentially helping fast bowlers. Batting should become easier once the ball gets older.
The team winning the toss may prefer to bowl first and take advantage of the early movement.
Pitch Behavior
Early Overs (1–10)
Fast bowlers could get swing and seam movement, making the opening overs challenging for batters.
Middle Overs (11–40)
The pitch should settle and become better for stroke play. Spinners could be useful for controlling the scoring rate.
Death Overs (41–50)
Slower balls, cutters, and yorkers could become important as bowlers look to restrict late scoring.
| Factor | Details |
| Average First Innings Score | 240–255 |
| Competitive Total | 265+ |
| Expected First Innings Score | 245–260 |
Weather Report
| Factor | Condition |
| Temperature | 15°C–18°C |
| Humidity | 75%–85% |
| Wind | 12–15 km/h |
| Rain | 10% chance |
| Overall | Mostly cloudy |
Cool and humid conditions could provide early assistance to seam bowlers, while the low rain chance is positive for a full match.
Full Squad – SCO vs UAE
| Scotland Squad | UAE Squad |
|---|---|
| Richie Berrington (c), Andrew Umeed, George Munsey, Brandon McMullen, Chris Greaves, Michael Leask, Charlie Tear, Matthew Cross, Brad Wheal, Brad Currie, Christopher Sole, Hamza Tahir, Mark Watt, Safyaan Sharif, Scott Currie, Gavin Main, Charlie Cassell, Michael English, Jack Jarvis, Jasper Davidson, Michael Jones, Christopher McBride, Oliver Davidson, Mackenzie Jones, Liam Naylor, Tom Bruce, Josh Davey, Finlay McCreath, Ollie Jones, Owen Gould | Muhammad Waseem, Khuzaima Tanveer, Ajay Kumar, Akshdeep Nath, Aryansh Sharma, Junaid Siddique, Nilansh Keswani, Muhammad Jawadullah, Muhammad Zuhaib, Adeeb Usmani, Muhammad Shahdad, Haider Ali, Harpreet Singh Bhatia, Sohaib Khan, Jash Giyanani |
Recent Match Performance – SCO vs UAE
| Statistic | Details |
| Total Matches | 18 |
| Scotland Wins | 12 |
| UAE Wins | 5 |
| Draws / No Result | 1 |
| Highest Score | 327/5 – Scotland |
| Lowest Score | 62/10 – UAE |
Scotland have won 12 of 18 meetings, giving them a clear historical advantage over the UAE.
SCO vs UAE Match Tips (Clear & Practical)
| Category | Prediction |
| Toss Advantage | Team bowling first |
| Match Winner | Scotland |
| First Innings Score | 240–255 |
| Competitive Total | 265+ |
| Total Match Wickets | 13+ |
| Player of the Match Candidate | George Munsey / Brandon McMullen |
| Most Wickets Candidate | Mark Watt / Junaid Siddique |
Final Prediction – SCO vs UAE
The SCO vs UAE match is expected to be competitive, but Scotland have the stronger overall case. Their recent victory over Canada, home advantage, and superior head-to-head record give them an important edge.
The UAE have dangerous players such as Muhammad Waseem and Junaid Siddique, but their lack of recent match practice could hurt them. Scotland’s combination of pace, spin, and experienced batters makes them better suited to the conditions.
Prediction: Scotland to Win
Likely Margin: 4 wickets or 25+ runs
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Winning Probability
| Team | Chance |
| Scotland | 65% |
| UAE | 35% |
FAQ
1.Who will win SCO vs UAE 125th Match 2026?
Scotland are the favorites because of their home advantage, stronger head-to-head record, and recent victory over Canada.
2.Is Forthill good for batting or bowling?
Forthill is expected to offer a balanced surface, with early assistance for fast bowlers before becoming better for batting.
3.What is the expected first innings score?
The expected first-innings score is 245–260, while 265+ should be a competitive total.
4.Who are the key players in SCO vs UAE?
George Munsey, Brandon McMullen, Richie Berrington, and Mark Watt are key players for Scotland. For the UAE, Muhammad Waseem, Aryansh Sharma, Junaid Siddique, and Nilansh Keswani could be important.