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Scotland falls short as Sri Lanka secures crucial victory

ESPNcricinfo • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 26, 2026, 9:41 PM

Last updated Jun 26, 2026

Scotland falls short as Sri Lanka secures crucial victory
Summary

Sri Lanka narrowly defeated Scotland in a thrilling encounter on June 26, 2026. The match saw both teams fight hard for survival in their group, with Sri Lanka now relying on England to beat New Zealand and Ireland to defeat the West Indies to advance to the final four. Scotland's loss adds pressure to their campaign as they seek to maintain their position in the tournament. The result keeps Sri Lanka's hopes alive, showcasing the intense competition among the teams involved.

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  • •Sri Lanka beat Scotland on June 26, 2026.
  • •Sri Lanka needs England to beat New Zealand.
  • •Ireland must defeat West Indies for Sri Lanka to advance.
  • •Scotland remains under pressure in the tournament.
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  • 9:41 PMESPNcricinfo — Heartbreak for Scotland as SL clinch thriller to stay alive
What they're saying
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SL now rely on England beating NZ and Ireland handing a thrashing to West Indies to make it to the final four

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