Australia continued their dominance in the T20I series against Scotland, securing a comfortable six-wicket victory in the third and final match at Grange Cricket Club, Raeburn Place. The win capped off a successful tour, with Australia sweeping the three-match series 3-0. Star all-rounder’s all-round performance played a crucial role in the victory, as Australia chased down Scotland’s target of 150 with 23 balls to spare.
Brandon McMullen shines amidst batting struggles
After losing the toss and being put into bat, Scotland posted a total of 149/9 in their 20 overs. Brandon McMullen was the standout performer for the hosts, scoring a well-crafted 56 off 39 balls, including three fours and three sixes. George Munsey contributed 25 off 17 balls at the top of the order, while Mark Watt provided some late fireworks with an 18-run cameo off 12 balls. However, Scotland struggled to build partnerships, with Australia’s bowlers regularly picking up wickets to restrict the hosts.
Aaron Hardie (3/18) and Sean Abbott (2/28) were the chief architects of Scotland’s collapse, while Cameron Green added three wickets to his tally, conceding 35 runs in his four overs. Australia’s disciplined bowling effort ensured that Scotland never gained momentum throughout their innings.
Cameron Green powers the Aussies home
Australia’s chase got off to a shaky start when Jake Fraser McGurk fell for a duck in the first over. Travis Head followed soon after for 12, but Mitchell Marsh and Green steadied the ship with a 63-run partnership. Marsh scored a quickfire 31 off 23 balls, while Green anchored the innings with a brilliant 62 off 39 balls, which included two fours and five sixes.
Tim David’s explosive 25 off 14 balls further accelerated the chase, and Hardie’s unbeaten 11 off 6 balls sealed the win for Australia. Despite Scotland’s efforts with the ball, with Bradley Currie claiming 2-20 in his three overs, Australia’s powerful batting lineup proved too strong for the hosts.
Series recap: Australia dominate throughout
Australia’s victory in the third T20I followed their comprehensive performances in the earlier matches. They won the first T20I by seven wickets and secured a 70-run victory in the second game, showcasing their superiority throughout the series. With the 3-0 sweep, Australia completed a dominant tour of Scotland, leaving the hosts with much to ponder ahead of their future engagements.
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Here is how Netizens reacted:
Cameron Green in the T20i series against Scotland:
– 1/12.
– 2/16 & 36 (29).
– 3/35 & 62* (39).
A STAR ALL ROUND PERFORMANCE BY GREEN!! 🌟 pic.twitter.com/9KnmYDZJXz
— Mufaddal Vohra (@mufaddal_vohra) September 7, 2024
FIFTY FOR CAMERON GREEN
50*(33) ⭐with 4 Sixes rescuing Australia from 18-2 in a 150 chase
4-0-35-3 earlier with the Ball ⭐ pic.twitter.com/tTCx05B866
— RCB Xtra (@Xtra_vids) September 7, 2024
AUSTRALIA WON THE T20I SERIES BY 3-0 vs SCOTLAND…!!!!
– Cameron Green, The Hero of the Series. ⭐ pic.twitter.com/x3Zbfudcfr
— Tanuj Singh (@ImTanujSingh) September 7, 2024
Cameron Green in the T20i series against Scotland:
– 1/12. DNB
– 2/16 & 36 (29).
– 3/35 & 62* (39).
A STAR ALL ROUND PERFORMANCE BY GREEN!! 🌟👏#SCOvAUS #RCB pic.twitter.com/sLwtAykuEJ
— Ritesh Sharma (@Ritesh_Sharma11) September 7, 2024
Cameron Green, the future superstar.
Yesterday : 36 Runs and 2 Wickets
Today : 62 Runs and 3 Wickets
Starboy ✨ pic.twitter.com/EUZqxalziE
— 𝐀𝐥𝐥 𝐀𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐀𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐚 🦘🇦🇺 (@AdvocateMessi) September 7, 2024
[💛] – Cameron Green Show Against Scotland 🇦🇺🏴💥
– 62(39) Runs, 2 Fours and 5 Sixes
– 3 Wickets, 4 Overs and 35 Runs
~ Australia takes a clean sweep againts Scotland. 💪
~ Cameron Green, what a player…….!!!!!💥🔥🤠#SCOvAUS pic.twitter.com/P0cY4ieIjN
— 𝐅𝐢𝐭𝐳𝐠𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐥𝐝 (@Fitzgerald_62_) September 7, 2024
Don’t tell me lies,
Cameron Green is the #1 Generational talent.#AUSvsSCO #cricket
— paRaY_YasiR ✍️ (@ParayYasir2) September 7, 2024
Don’t tell me lies,
Cameron Green is the #1 Generational talent.#AUSvsSCO #cricket
— paRaY_YasiR ✍️ (@ParayYasir2) September 7, 2024
Cameron Green is a great utility cricketer. His bowling has been outstanding in this series needs to bat higher up order so he can give you what he’s capable of
— Jayy (@I_m_Jayyy) September 7, 2024
AUSTRALIA WON THE T20I SERIES 3-0 AGAINST SCOTLAND….!!!!
– Cameron Green, the hero with 3 wickets & 62*(39) in the third T20I🫡
— Helvin Cardoz ❤️ (@CardozHelvin) September 7, 2024
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