United Arab Emirates Women and Scotland Women gear up for an exciting clash in Match 11 of the ICC Emerging Nations Trophy 2025. Scotland comes into this game with the confidence of having won their first two matches convincingly with strong performances in both batting and bowling. Their disciplined approach and ability to build partnerships have been key to their success so far, and they will look to continue this momentum against a determined UAE side that has shown flashes of brilliance in the tournament.
The UAE Women, on the other hand, have experienced mixed results but remain a competitive unit brimming with potential and are second on the table only after Scotland. With talented young players eager to make their mark on the international stage, UAE’s batting lineup holds the power to upset any opponent on their day. Their recent win against Papua New Guinea demonstrated their capacity to chase down targets with composure. The squad’s challenge will be to maintain consistency and craft partnerships against a disciplined Scottish bowling attack.
Squads:
United Arab Emirates’ Women’s Cricket Team
Esha Oza, Al Maseera Jahangir, Heena Hotchandani, Indhuja Nandakumar, Lavanya Keny, Michelle Botha, Rinitha Rajith, Samaira Dharnidharka, Siya Gokhale, Sashikala Silva, Suraksha Kotte, Theertha Satish, Udeni Kuruppuarachchige, Vaishnave Mahesh
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
Players to watch out:
Heena Hotchandani
Heena Hotchandani chipped in with useful runs down the order for UAE Women, tallying 30 in her two outings. Her solid batting has helped provide depth in the lineup, and she’s struck at over 76—a valuable contribution for her team in challenging situations. Hotchandani’s fighting knock has given the team much-needed lower-order stability.
Michelle Botha
Michelle Botha proved to be a standout for UAE’s bowling, snaffling 4 wickets from just 8 overs. Her precision is clear from her best figures of 2/9 and average of 6.75, while sustaining an economy of close to 3.4. Botha’s calm approach and ability to break partnerships have made her invaluable in defending low totals.
Megan McColl
Megan McColl’s short but crucial contributions have helped Scotland Women hold their ground, scoring 33 runs at a rapid strike rate of 137.5. Her ability to find boundaries quickly—without spending too long at the crease—has brought energy to Scotland’s finishing efforts.
Darcey Carter
Darcey Carter showcased her all-round ability, standing out both as a batter and bowler. With the ball, she took 3 wickets from 7 overs, with best figures of 3/23. Her average of 13 and an economy rate of 5.57 marked her among Scotland’s top bowling performers, and with the bat has notched up back-to-back fifties.
Pitch:
Terdthai Cricket Ground offers a balanced pitch with early help for seamers and later assistance for spinners. The average first-innings T20 score is around 135-145, with chasing sides having a slight edge. Expect moderate bounce and a fair contest between bat and ball.
Weather:
Expect partly sunny skies throughout the day, with a mix of sun and occasional clouds. Temperatures will stay warm, and humidity will be moderate. No significant rain is expected, promising a complete game of cricket.
Fantasy Playing XI:
Esha Oza, Heena Hotchandani, Michelle Botha, Theertha Satish, Vaishnave Mahesh, Megan McColl, Katherine Fraser, Kathryn Bryce, Sarah Bryce, Abtaha Maqsood, Rachel Slater
Match Details:
Date – November 23, 2025
Time – 12:00 PM IST
Venue – Terdthai Cricket Ground, Bangkok
Broadcast – The game will be live-streamed on the FanCode app and website.
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