New Zealand Beat Scotland by 16 Runs

New Zealand holds the nerves to beat a battling Scotland by 16 runs for their second win of the Super 12s in Dubai.

After putting 172/5 in 20 overs, the Kiwis restricted Scotland to 156/5 as their bowlers' experience triumphed an inspirational Scottish performance.

Martin Guptill's excellent 92 proved key for the Kiwis with the bat, and Trent Boult and Ish Sodhi picked two wickets each to dent Scotland's fightback in the game.

Earlier, Scotland had won the toss and opted to bowl against New Zealand in Dubai.