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The England Cricket Team Vs Scotland National Cricket Team Match Scorecard from the 2026 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup records an important encounter between two European sides at Eden Gardens, Kolkata. England won the toss and chose to bowl first, restricting Scotland to 152 all out in 19.4 overs. Richie Berrington top-scored with 49, while Adil Rashid claimed three wickets. England initially struggled at 16/2, but Tom Banton’s unbeaten 63 from 41 balls steadied the chase. England reached 153/5 in 18.2 overs to win by five wickets.
Match Overview and Scorecard Highlights
| Match Detail | Information |
| Tournament | ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 |
| Match | 23rd Match, Group C |
| Date | February 14, 2026 |
| Venue | Eden Gardens, Kolkata |
| Toss | England won the toss and elected to bowl |
| Scotland | 152 all out, 19.4 overs |
| England | 155/5, 18.2 overs |
| Result | England won by 5 wickets |
| Winning margin | 10 balls remaining |
| Player of the Match | Tom Banton |
| Top Scotland batter | Richie Berrington – 49 |
| Top England batter | Tom Banton – 63* |
| Best England bowler | Adil Rashid – 3/36 |
England collected two points from the victory, while Scotland finished the match without points.
Complete Innings-by-Innings Scorecard
Scotland First Innings – 152 All Out
Scotland made a competitive start but lost wickets regularly after reaching 113/4. Richie Berrington led the scoring with 49 from 32 balls, while Michael Jones contributed 33 from 20 balls. Tom Bruce added 24, and Olly Davidson remained unbeaten on 20 from 15 deliveries.
| Scotland Batting | R | B | 4s | 6s | SR |
| George Munsey | 4 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 66.67 |
| Michael Jones | 33 | 20 | 5 | 1 | 165.00 |
| Brandon McMullen | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
| Richie Berrington (c) | 49 | 32 | 5 | 2 | 153.13 |
| Tom Bruce | 24 | 18 | 1 | 1 | 133.33 |
| Michael Leask | 1 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 25.00 |
| Matthew Cross (wk) | 8 | 9 | 1 | 0 | 88.89 |
| Mark Watt | 2 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 50.00 |
| Olly Davidson | 20* | 15 | 2 | 1 | 133.33 |
| Brad Wheal | 2 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 66.67 |
| Brad Currie | 2 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 40.00 |
| Extras | 7 | ||||
| Total | 152 all out | 19.4 overs |
England’s bowling attack was led by Adil Rashid, who claimed 3/36. Jofra Archer took 2/24, while Liam Dawson also picked up two wickets.
England Bowling Figures
| England Bowler | O | R | W | Econ. |
| Jofra Archer | 4 | 24 | 2 | 6.00 |
| Jamie Overton | 4 | 23 | 1 | 5.75 |
| Sam Curran | 3.4 | 33 | 1 | 9.00 |
| Adil Rashid | 4 | 36 | 3 | 9.00 |
| Liam Dawson | 4 | 34 | 2 | 8.50 |
England Chase – 155/5 in 18.2 Overs
England’s chase began badly. Phil Salt fell for 2 at 2/1, followed quickly by Jos Buttler for 3, leaving England at 13/2.
Jacob Bethell then helped stabilize the innings with 32 from 28 balls. Tom Banton took control in the middle overs and remained unbeaten on 63 from 41 deliveries. Sam Curran’s 28 from 20 balls and Will Jacks’ unbeaten 16 from 10 balls completed the chase.
| England Batting | R | B | 4s | 6s | SR |
| Philip Salt | 2 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 66.67 |
| Jos Buttler (wk) | 3 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 75.00 |
| Jacob Bethell | 32 | 28 | 2 | 1 | 114.29 |
| Tom Banton | 63* | 41 | 4 | 3 | 153.66 |
| Harry Brook (c) | 4 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 100.00 |
| Sam Curran | 28 | 20 | 1 | 2 | 140.00 |
| Will Jacks | 16* | 10 | 1 | 1 | 160.00 |
| Extras | 7 | ||||
| Total | 155/5 | 18.2 overs |
Scotland Bowling Figures
| Scotland Bowler | O | R | W | Econ. |
| Brandon McMullen | 3 | 23 | 1 | 7.67 |
| Brad Currie | 3 | 21 | 1 | 7.00 |
| Brad Wheal | 3.2 | 23 | 1 | 6.90 |
| Michael Leask | 4 | 33 | 1 | 8.25 |
| Mark Watt | 3 | 43 | 0 | 14.33 |
| Olly Davidson | 2 | 12 | 1 | 6.00 |
Batting and Bowling Performance Breakdown
Scotland’s Batting
Richie Berrington was Scotland’s standout batter. His 49 came at a strike rate above 150 and included five fours and two sixes. Michael Jones also attacked effectively, scoring 33 from only 20 balls.
The key problem was Scotland’s inability to convert their strong middle-order partnership into a much bigger total. Berrington and Bruce added 71 runs, taking Scotland from 42/3 to 113/4, but their dismissals triggered a rapid collapse.
England’s Batting
Tom Banton was the difference between the two teams. His unbeaten 63 combined controlled stroke play against spin with aggressive finishing against pace. Jacob Bethell’s 32 and Sam Curran’s 28 provided important support.
Banton also received strong late assistance from Will Jacks, whose 16* came from just 10 balls at a strike rate of 160.
Top Performers and Match-Winning Contributions
| Player | Team | Performance |
| Tom Banton | England | 63* off 41 |
| Richie Berrington | Scotland | 49 off 32 |
| Adil Rashid | England | 3/36 |
| Jofra Archer | England | 2/24 |
| Jacob Bethell | England | 32 off 28 |
| Sam Curran | England | 28 off 20 |
| Michael Jones | Scotland | 33 off 20 |
| Will Jacks | England | 16* off 10 |
Tom Banton’s innings was particularly important because England had been reduced to 13/2 inside two overs. His ability to absorb the early pressure and then accelerate gave England control of the chase.
Key Match Stats, Records and Milestones
Several numbers defined the match:
- Scotland scored 152 all out in 19.4 overs.
- England reached 155/5 in 18.2 overs.
- England won with 10 balls remaining.
- Tom Banton scored 63 from 41 balls*.
- Banton hit four fours and three sixes.
- Richie Berrington scored 49 from 32 balls.
- Scotland’s Berrington-Bruce partnership was worth 71 runs.
- Adil Rashid claimed 3/36.
- Jofra Archer took 2/24.
- England’s final scoring rate was 8.45 runs per over.
The result was also significant because England moved ahead of Scotland in Group C after the victory.
Final Result and Winning Team
England won by five wickets.
Scotland’s 152 gave England a target of 153. Despite losing Salt and Buttler early and later losing Harry Brook and Sam Curran, England completed the chase at 155/5 after 18.2 overs.
Will Jacks finished the match with a six and a four, ending Scotland’s hopes of a late comeback.
Important Partnerships and Fall of Wickets
Scotland Fall of Wickets
| Wicket | Score | Batter | Over |
| 1st | 18 | George Munsey | 2.3 |
| 2nd | 18 | Brandon McMullen | 2.5 |
| 3rd | 42 | Michael Jones | 5.5 |
| 4th | 113 | Tom Bruce | 12.4 |
| 5th | 115 | Richie Berrington | 13.1 |
| 6th | 124 | Michael Leask | 14.4 |
| 7th | 126 | Matthew Cross | 15.4 |
| 8th | 127 | Mark Watt | 15.6 |
| 9th | 148 | Brad Wheal | 18.1 |
| 10th | 152 | Brad Currie | 19.4 |
England Fall of Wickets
| Wicket | Score | Batter | Over |
| 1st | 2 | Philip Salt | 0.3 |
| 2nd | 13 | Jos Buttler | 1.6 |
| 3rd | 79 | Jacob Bethell | 9.3 |
| 4th | 86 | Harry Brook | 10.4 |
| 5th | 132 | Sam Curran | 16.1 |
The most important England partnerships were the 66-run stand between Bethell and Banton and the 46-run partnership between Banton and Curran. Banton and Jacks then added the final 23 runs from only 13 balls.
Player of the Match and Standout Performance
Tom Banton – Player of the Match
Tom Banton was named Player of the Match after scoring an unbeaten 63 from 41 balls.
His innings was particularly valuable because England were immediately under pressure after losing two wickets for 13 runs. Banton did not panic. He built a partnership with Bethell, then accelerated as the required rate became more manageable.
His three sixes and four boundaries helped England maintain control during the middle and death overs.
Match Recap: Key Moments and Turning Points
Scotland’s Fast Start
Scotland reached 42/3 at the end of the powerplay. Jofra Archer struck twice early, removing George Munsey and Brandon McMullen, while Michael Jones provided the attacking spark with 33 from 20 balls.
Berrington and Bruce Fight Back
Richie Berrington and Tom Bruce rebuilt Scotland’s innings with a 71-run partnership. Their counterattack pushed Scotland to 90/3 and briefly gave them the platform for a substantial total.
England’s Spin Response
The turning point came when England’s spinners began taking wickets. Liam Dawson dismissed Bruce and Michael Leask, while Adil Rashid removed Berrington, Matthew Cross and Mark Watt.
Scotland fell from 105/3 after 12 overs to 127/8 by the end of the 16th, losing five wickets for only 22 runs during that period.
Banton Takes Control
England’s chase looked uncertain at 13/2, but Banton and Bethell rebuilt the innings. Their 66-run partnership shifted momentum back toward England.
After Bethell departed at 79, Banton continued with Harry Brook and then Sam Curran. Curran’s 28 from 20 balls kept the chase moving before Will Jacks arrived to finish the job.
How the Match Unfolded: Innings Timeline
| Stage | Match Situation |
| Start | England won the toss and chose to bowl |
| 2.3 overs | Scotland lost George Munsey |
| 2.5 overs | Brandon McMullen departed |
| 5.5 overs | Michael Jones was dismissed at 42/3 |
| 12.4 overs | Tom Bruce fell after the 71-run partnership |
| 13.1 overs | Berrington was dismissed for 49 |
| 15.6 overs | Scotland slipped to 127/8 |
| 19.4 overs | Scotland bowled out for 152 |
| 0.3 overs | England lost Philip Salt |
| 1.6 overs | Jos Buttler was dismissed |
| 9.3 overs | Bethell fell for 32 |
| 10.4 overs | Harry Brook departed |
| 16.1 overs | Sam Curran fell for 28 |
| 18.2 overs | Will Jacks finished the chase |
| Result | England won by five wickets |
The match changed direction several times, but England’s ability to recover from 13/2 proved decisive.
Major Highlights and Game-Changing Moments
The first major moment was Scotland’s aggressive powerplay. Despite losing three wickets, Michael Jones ensured the scoring rate remained healthy.
The second was the Berrington-Bruce partnership. Their 71-run stand gave Scotland the platform to challenge England, but England’s middle-overs bowling prevented the innings from reaching 170 or more.
The biggest turning point in Scotland’s innings came from Rashid and Dawson. Their consecutive breakthroughs transformed a competitive total into 152 all out.
In England’s chase, losing Salt and Buttler inside the opening two overs created immediate pressure. Banton and Bethell responded with a crucial partnership, and Banton’s unbeaten 63 eventually became the foundation of the victory.
The final blow came from Will Jacks, who struck the winning six and four to complete the chase with 10 deliveries still unused.
Head-to-Head Record and Previous Encounters
The England-Scotland cricket rivalry has included both ODI and T20I meetings. In T20Is, the June 2024 World Cup meeting in Bridgetown ended without a result after Scotland reached 90/0 in a rain-affected 10-over innings. England’s five-wicket victory in Kolkata in February 2026 therefore became the first completed T20I between the teams to produce a winner.
In the wider international record, England have had the advantage, although Scotland’s historic 2018 ODI victory remains one of the most memorable results between the teams. Scotland scored 371/5 at Edinburgh and defeated England by six runs.
Final Thoughts
The England Cricket Team Vs Scotland National Cricket Team Match Scorecard shows how England recovered from an uncertain start to secure a convincing five-wicket victory. Scotland produced competitive moments, especially through Berrington and Tom Bruce, but their middle-order collapse changed the match. England’s bowlers, led by Adil Rashid, kept Scotland below a challenging total. During the chase, Tom Banton played the decisive innings, supported by Jacob Bethell and Sam Curran. The result demonstrated England’s ability to handle pressure and finish efficiently. Scotland will take encouragement from their early success with the ball, while England gained valuable momentum from a controlled chase.
FAQs
1. Who won England vs Scotland in the 2026 T20 World Cup?
England won the match by five wickets.
2. What was Scotland’s score?
Scotland were bowled out for 152 in 19.4 overs.
3. Who was England’s top scorer?
Tom Banton scored an unbeaten 63 from 41 balls.
4. Who was Scotland’s highest scorer?
Richie Berrington was Scotland’s top scorer with 49 runs.
5. Who was England’s best bowler?
Adil Rashid was England’s leading wicket-taker with 3 wickets for 36 runs.
