Scotland levelled their one-day international series against the Netherlands at 1-1 with a comprehensive nine-wicket win in Stirling, bouncing back after a heavy defeat in the series opener. The hosts, captained by Sarah Bryce in the absence of her sister Kathryn, chased down a modest target with ease, thanks largely to disciplined bowling that restricted the Dutch early and a swift, unbeaten chase led by Bryce herself.

The Netherlands were bowled out for 129-9, with Babette de Leede top-scoring on 58 before being run out, while Abtaha Maqsood and Darcy Carter shared five wickets to leave the visitors reeling at one stage. Scotland then reached their target of 130 for the loss of just one wicket in 16.2 overs, with Bryce unbeaten on 70 and Carter contributing 33 not out, aided by 17 wides from the Dutch bowlers. Despite the defeat, the Netherlands retained their ODI ranking by completing the fixture, avoiding a significant funding cut, and the decisive third match takes place on Tuesday at the same venue.