The Carlsberg 1997 ICC Trophy was a cricket tournament played in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia between 24 March and 13 April 1997.

[1] Bangladesh were the winners of the tournament, defeating Kenya in the final, while Scotland won the third place play-off.

These three teams took the three available spots in the World Cup, Bangladesh and Scotland both qualifying for this tournament for the first time.

14 Teams placed below second position from first round groups contested for the plate championship and play-offs.

In the 3rd place play off, Scotland batted first, and scored 187 in 45 overs after rain delayed the start.

The Duckworth-Lewis method set Ireland's target at 192 runs, but the Irish were bowled out for 141, Keith Sheridan taking 4/34 with his left arm spin.