Inglis leads Australia to T20 series win over Scotland in Edinburgh

In a thrilling match held in Edinburgh, Scotland, Josh Inglis showcased his batting prowess by scoring a remarkable century off just 43 balls. This explosive performance was pivotal in leading Australia to a commanding victory over Scotland by 70 runs in the second T20 match of the series. Australia set a formidable target of 196 runs, with Inglis contributing significantly to the total, hitting seven fours and seven sixes, and achieving a strike rate exceeding 200. His innings came after Travis Head's earlier performance, which had set the stage for a strong Australian batting display. Scotland struggled to build momentum in their chase, with only Brandon McMullen managing to score 59 runs off 42 balls. The Australian bowlers, particularly Marcus Stoinis, who took 4 wickets for 23 runs, effectively dismantled the Scottish batting lineup. Scotland was all out for 126 runs in the 17th over, unable to recover from early setbacks, including the loss of key players like Head and Jake Fraser-McGurk. Cameron Green played a crucial role in stabilizing the innings after the early wickets, scoring 36 runs. Inglis's dismissal came when he attempted to play a shot straight to cover, but by then, he had already set a strong foundation for the team's total. The match highlighted Australia's dominance in the series, clinching the victory with a game to spare. The final match of the series is scheduled for Saturday, where Australia will look to continue their winning momentum, while Scotland will aim to improve their performance and salvage pride in front of their home crowd.