Blain's bowling put the Scots in a strong position

Scotland suffered a dramatic one-wicket defeat to Namibia in their ICC Intercontinental Cup clash in Windhoek.

The Saltires had set their opponents a demanding target of 237 to win after making 140 in their first innings and 211 in their second.

The tourists were in a commanding position after four wickets from John Blain helped reduce Namibia to 190-9.

However, a 47-run stand from Louis Klazinga and Dean Kotze saw the hosts snatch victory with a day to spare.

Scotland have three more matches to play in the competition, against Bermuda, Canada and Kenya during the summer but are now long shots to earn a place in November's final.

And Ryan Watson's men will rue their failure to capitalise on a strong start to the third day's play.

Blain's bowling had the Namibians reeling on 76-5 at one stage before they produced a stunning late fightback.