Matt Machan (56) and Richie Berrington (50) revived the Scotland innings. For New Zealand, Daniel Vettori and Corey Anderson took three wickets each, while Tim Southee and Trent Boult took two wickets each.
Chasing a victory target of 143, New Zealand were 106/3, but lost a few quick wickets to slump to 137/7. They finally reached 146/7 in 24.5 overs and won the match by 3 wickets. Kane Williamson (38) and Grant Elliott (29) were the top scorers. For Scotland, Iain Wardlaw and Josh Davey took three wickets each. Trent Boult was declared ‘Man of the Match’.