Scots ease to win over Namibia in ODI World League 2

Former skipper Kyle Coetzer hit a half-century as Scotland eased to a fourwicket win over Namibia with 47 balls left in their Cricket World Cup League 2 clash in Windhoek.

The Scots are now well placed to top the table in the mini-series, which also includes Nepal.

Gerhard Erasmus made 96 not out in Namibia’s 211 for nine but a fine ODI debut for Brandon Mcmullen, who took three for 35 in his 10 overs, helped the Scots keep the score down. Safyaan Sharif took three for 33.

Coetzer, 38, has retired from T20s but showed his skills remain sharp in the 50-over game. Making his first Scotland appearance since August, he hit 10 fours and a six to finish with 54 off just 44 deliveries. Christophermcbrideandcaptain Richie Berrington chipped inwithusefulmiddle-order contributions and Mcmullen produced a bright 31no to put the finishing touches to a sound first appearance. All-rounder Mark Watt wrapped things up with a boundary off the first ball of the 43rd over.

Scotland play Nepal on Sunday.