ENG vs SCO Match 23 Results

1:13 PM IST A brave defence undone - Credit to Scotland for making a real contest of it, even after finishing a few runs short. Brad Currie and Brandon McMullen were excellent with the new ball, removing the English openers early and putting England under pressure. The Scots kept things tight until Mark Watt came into the attack, and his first over went for 22, swinging the momentum. It turned out to be an off day for him, as he conceded 43 from his three overs, which may well have been the difference, especially with Brad Wheal and Davidson being very effective at the other end.

1:13 PM IST From Kolkata to Ahmedabad - That brings us to the end of this game, with England picking up two crucial points, while Scotland's qualification hopes are no longer entirely in their own hands. The action now moves to the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad for a heavyweight Group D clash between New Zealand and South Africa. That match will get underway shortly with the Proteas electing to bowl first, so switch tabs and join us for all the build-up and live coverage. Cheers!

1:11 PM IST The victorious skipper of England - Harry Brook says he is happy to get over the line. Adds that Scotland batted well against the spinners, but they dragged it back in the fag end and were happy with the overall score. On Archer, Brook says he got his line and length perfectly today. Mentions that Tom Banton gelled well in the number 4 position today and took on the spinners brilliantly. On the wicket, Brook was confident that it wouldn't change much throughout the game. On the next game, Harry admits they haven't got the perfect game yet, but hopes to put on their best performance against Italy.

1:10 PM IST The captain of Scotland - Richie Berrington says that it was a good surface. Adds that they recovered well after losing early wickets, but one of him or Tom Bruce needed to stay there till the end to get those 20-30 more runs. Mentions that they expected spin to play a part in the middle overs, but just could not execute their plans well. Tells that they have players who can manage at that stage, but it did not click for them in this game.

1:07 PM IST Let's hear from the captains now...

1:00 PM IST A promising platform, poor finish - Earlier in the game, after early setbacks and a handy cameo from Jones, Scotland rebuilt through a brisk 71-run stand between Richie Berrington and Tom Bruce that took them to a strong 113/3 in the 13th over, setting them up for a push towards 180 or more. However, losing both set batters in quick succession stalled the momentum, and despite some late blows from Oliver Davidson, Scotland were bowled out for just 152. Adil Rashid was the standout for England with a three-wicket haul after a costly first couple of overs, while Archer and Dawson picked up two each. Curran and Overton chipped in with one apiece to cap off a well-rounded bowling display.