Scotland scripts history with 1st ever Women's T20 World Cup win, cruising past Ireland by 40 runs
Manchester, June 13
Scotland made history on Saturday, securing their first-ever victory in the ICC Women's T20 World Cup with a commanding 40-run win over Ireland at Old Trafford.
Led by captain Kathryn Bryce, Scotland posted a competitive 161 in their 20 overs. In reply, Ireland struggled to build momentum, losing wickets at regular intervals and eventually being bowled out for 121 in 19.1 overs.
Scotland's innings was anchored by a strong phase of dominance from the Bryce sisters, who put together a superb 106-run partnership. Sarah Bryce fell agonisingly short of a half-century, dismissed for 49 by Arlene Kelly, bringing an end to the stand.
Kathryn Bryce, however, continued to lead from the front, bringing up her half-century and ensuring Scotland maintained control of the innings after a strong foundation.
Ava Canning led the fightback with three wickets as Ireland contained Scotland for 161/5 after their 20 overs.
In reply, Ireland lost Alana Dalzell in the first over and could never really mount a serious challenge. Opener Amy Hunter (39) and Orla Prendergast (33) were the only Irish batters to make a significant contribution.
A three-wicket over from Kirtsie Gordon completely tilted the match's balance in Scotland's favour. She dismissed Rebecca Stokell, Leah Paul and Alice Tector in the 13th over.
Katherine Fraser also claimed 3/19 as Scotland opened their 2026 T20 World Cup campaign in style.
— ANI
Reader Comments
Just wow! 106-run partnership between the Bryce sisters 🎉 And Kathryn's captaincy was top-notch—she led from the front with that fifty. Ireland will be disappointed but Scotland fully deserved this. Hope this inspires more girls in Scotland to take up cricket!
Great to see Scotland finally get a win in the T20 World Cup. Their fielding was sharp and Gordon's three-wicket over was game-changing. But honestly, Ireland's batting collapsed too easily—they need to work on handling pressure in big tournaments. Scotland's day though! 🇮🇳 cheering for the underdogs
So happy for Scotland! That partnership was pure class. I wonder if this result will put more pressure on Ireland—they've been a bit inconsistent lately. But let's celebrate the Bryces today! Well deserved win. 🏏
Wonderful to see associate nations doing well. This is exactly what women's cricket needs—more competitive teams. Scotland's bowling attack was disciplined, especially that spell from Fraser with 3/19. Only one query: Ireland's middle order needs serious work if they want to challenge top sides. Still, chalo Scotland! 🇮🇳👏
What a moment for Scottish cricket! 🇮🇳 fans love a good underdog story. The Bryce sisters deserve a round of applause—Sarah missing fifty by 1 run was unlucky but Kathryn's leadership was brilliant. Ireland will bounce back though, they have talent. Great match overall! 🏏
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