Travis Head's powerplay record-setting performance, with 73 runs in 25 balls and 16 boundaries, led Australia to a thrilling seven-wicket win over Scotland in the first T20 match of the series. Head also equaled teammate Marcus Stoinis' record for the fastest T20I fifty in just 17 balls, while captain Mitchell Marsh's explosive 39 off 12 balls helped Australia chase down 155 in less than 10 overs. Despite being just a warm-up series, Australia's dominant display served as a statement against Scotland's desire for revenge after giving them a tough fight in the T20 World Cup.