Scotland Women will be returning to the Asian Institute of Technology Ground in Bangkok with a sense of purpose as they gear up for their next challenge against Tanzania Women in Match 8 of the ICC Women’s Emerging Nations Trophy 2025.
Their first match of the tournament saw them secure a comfortable victory over Uganda, setting a positive tone for their campaign. The team’s ability to adapt quickly and build strong partnerships will be crucial as they face a Tanzanian side eager to bounce back from their recent loss.
Tanzania, on the opposite side, had a promising start in their opening fixture, where they defeated Namibia in a spirited contest by 8 wickets. The game proved their fighting spirit, with young players like Saum Mtae showing glimpses of excellence with the bat. Tanzania’s bowlers will be looking to tighten their lines and maintain pressure on the Scottish batters to turn their fortunes around.
Squads:
Scotland Women’s Cricket Team
Abbi Aitken-Drummond, Maryam Faisal, Megan McColl, Priyanaz Chatterji, Chloe Abel, Katherine Fraser, Kathryn Bryce, Ailsa Lister, Pippa Sproul, Sarah Bryce, Abtaha Maqsood, Hannah Rainey, Kirsty McColl, Nayma Sheikh, Rachel Slater
Tanzania Women’s Cricket Team
Neema Justine Pius, Fatuma Omary Kibasu, Hudaa Omary, Jenipher Kimaro, Mwanamvua Ushanga, Nasra Nassoro Saidi, Nasra Hamza, Shufaa Mohamedi, Perice Kamunya, Saumu Hussen, Sheila Kizito, Sophia Jerome, Saum Bokarami, Saum Mtae
Players to watch out:
Alisa Lister
Lister plays an aggressive brand of cricket, scoring 548 runs in 41 matches with a blistering strike rate of 125.68. She has four half-centuries to her credit, with the highest score of 68*. Her attacking style is clear from her boundary count, having smashed 68 fours and 9 sixes in just 35 innings.
Katherine Fraser
Katherine has been a consistent wicket-taker, claiming 46 wickets across 44 matches at a solid average of 14.28. She strikes roughly every 16 balls and has the best bowling performance of 4/19. With an economy rate of 5.27, she effectively balances taking wickets with keeping the run rate in check.
Saum Mtae
Mtae has been a heavy scorer, tallying 1224 runs in 64 matches while maintaining a high strike rate of 113.96. She has a top score of 86* and has crossed the fifty-run mark 4 times. She is also a big hitter, having cleared the boundary for 19 sixes along with 139 fours.
Nasra Saidi
Nasra Saidi boasts incredible bowling figures, taking 56 wickets in 44 matches with a stunning career-best of 5/0. Her bowling average is exceptionally low at 11.12, and she maintains a tight economy of 4.37. She is a genuine strike bowler, picking up a wicket every 15.25 balls on average.
Pitch:
The Asian Institute of Technology Ground in Bangkok generally favors bowlers, especially pacers, leading to low-scoring matches. The pitch offers good bounce early on, making it challenging for batters, while spinners come into play as the game progresses. Bowlers usually dominate at this venue.
Weather:
Bangkok will experience mostly cloudy skies with mild temperatures in the low 20s (°C) and moderate humidity. Minimal chances of rain promise a complete game of cricket.
Fantasy Playing XI:
Katherine Fraser, Kathryn Bryce, Ailsa Lister, Sarah Bryce, Abtaha Maqsood, Rachel Slater, Neema Justine Pius, Fatuma Omary Kibasu, Nasra Nassoro Saidi, Perice Kamunya, Saum Mtae
Match Details:
Date – November 21, 2025
Time – 12:00 PM IST
Venue – The Asian Institute of Technology Ground, Bangkok
Broadcast – The game will be live-streamed on the FanCode app and website.
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