Cricket Scotland on Monday named a 15-member squad for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup after replacing Bangladesh in the tournament. The global event will be co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka.
Experienced top-order batter Richie Berrington will captain the European side in the 20-team competition. The squad includes 11 players who featured in the previous T20 World Cup, held in the West Indies and the United States in 2024.
Tom Bruce, Finlay McCreath, and Oliver Davidson are set to play their first T20 World Cup. Afghanistan-born fast bowler Zainullah Ihsan has earned his maiden call-up shortly after qualifying to represent Scotland.
Cricket Scotland also announced two travelling and three non-travelling reserves. Officials said final participation depends on visa approvals, given Scotland’s late inclusion in the tournament.
Scotland have announced their squad of 15 ready to make an impact at the #T20WorldCup 👊
More details 👉 https://t.co/eJHxOQPEvT pic.twitter.com/jfNvvGgo16
— ICC (@ICC) January 27, 2026Scotland replaced Bangladesh after the Bangladesh Cricket Board requested a venue shift from India to Sri Lanka. Following talks, the International Cricket Council rejected the request, citing the absence of any credible security threat and confirmed Scotland’s inclusion in Group C.
Scotland’s Group Fixtures
| Match | Opponent | Date | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group Stage 1 | West Indies | Feb 7 | Kolkata |
| Group Stage 2 | Italy | Feb 9 | – |
| Group Stage 3 | England | Feb 14 | – |
| Group Stage 4 | Nepal | Feb 17 | Mumbai |
Scotland Squad for T20 World Cup 2026
Players:
Richie Berrington (c), Tom Bruce, Matthew Cross, Bradley Currie, Oliver Davidson, Chris Greaves, Zainullah Ihsan, Michael Jones, Michael Leask, Finlay McCreath, Brandon McMullen, George Munsey, Safyaan Sharif, Mark Watt, Bradley Wheal
Travelling Reserves:
Jasper Davidson, Jack Jarvis
Non-Travelling Reserves:
Mackenzie Jones, Chris McBride, Charlie Tear
