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Namibia Dramatic Final-Ball Win Over Scotland

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Namibia dramatically beat Scotland by four wickets in the final T20 match, securing a consolation victory after going down 2-0 in the series. Hosts Namibia pulled off an incredible chase thanks to a final-ball six from Dylan Leicher, denying Scotland what would have been a clean sweep. The victory came despite Scotland posting a formidable total of 186-4, largely thanks to George Munsey's explosive century.

George Munsey's brutal 108 from just 59 balls, featuring eight fours and seven sixes, powered Scotland to a commanding total. The left-handed opener reached his third T20 century for Scotland, with Finlay McCreath making 25 and Matthew Cross contributing a rapid 23 not out off only eight deliveries. Scotland looked certain to complete a series whitewash after their dominant showing in the first two matches.

Namibia's reply flew out of the blocks with Jan Frylinck top-scoring with 78 off 53 balls. After two quick wickets left them needing 16 off the final over, captain Gerhard Erasmus kept hopes alive. When Erasmus was dismissed after a six, Namibia required nine off two balls. A no-ball from Jasper Davidson gave Namibia a lifeline, allowing Leicher to seal victory with a six off the final delivery.