ICC Women’s T20 World Cup: Scotland Women vs West Indies Women Preview
Scotland Women and West Indies Women head into their ICC Women's T20 World Cup clash at Headingley on 18 June after impressive opening victories. Scotland defeated Ireland Women by 40 runs, while West Indies Women overcame New Zealand Women by 7 wickets. Kathryn Bryce has been Scotland's standout performer with 278 runs and 16 wickets in her last 10 T20Is. Katherine Fraser has also impressed with 12 wickets in the same period.
For the Scotland Women vs West Indies Women game in the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026, both teams come into the contest after winning their opening matches. Scotland Women enjoyed a memorable opening match, beating Ireland Women by 40 runs. Captain Kathryn Bryce led from the front with 60 runs from 39 balls and also chipped in with 2 wickets. Sarah Bryce added 49 runs, while Kirstie Gordon and Katherine Fraser made useful contributions with the ball.
Scotland have looked a confident side in recent matches, winning 4 of their last 5 T20Is. West Indies Women also started the tournament on a positive note with a 7-wicket win over New Zealand Women. Hayley Matthews once again showed her value with 48 runs, while the experienced squad around her gives the team plenty of depth. The Caribbean side has won the only previous T20I played against Scotland, which will give them confidence going into this fixture.
Headingley has seen teams batting first enjoy success in Women’s T20Is, and with no major weather concerns expected, conditions should allow for a full game. Scotland will be keen to prove that their opening win was no fluke, while West Indies will look to use their experience and strong start to keep their momentum going. It sets up an interesting contest between a side looking to make its mark and another aiming to strengthen its position in the tournament.
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