ICC Women’s T20 World Cup Qualifier 2024: Day 5 Round-Up
Scotland Advances to Semi-Finals, UAE’s Hopes Still Alive
Scotland has secured a spot in the semi-finals of the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup Qualifier in Abu Dhabi, joining Sri Lanka and Ireland. The last semi-final spot remains undecided, with Netherlands and Ireland set to battle it out in the final group stage match at Zayed Cricket Stadium on Friday night.
Scotland’s captain, Kathryn Bryce, led her team to victory against Thailand at Tolerance Oval on Friday afternoon, scoring an unbeaten 63. Meanwhile, at Zayed Cricket Stadium, Samaira Dharnidharka of UAE delivered a remarkable performance, keeping her team’s semi-final hopes alive by defeating Vanuatu by 70 runs.
Match Highlights
Thailand vs Scotland
Scotland’s disciplined bowling and Bryce’s unbeaten half-century guided them to a comfortable victory over Thailand. Despite a promising start by Thailand, Scotland’s bowlers managed to restrict them to a modest total of 99/5 in 20 overs. In response, Scotland, led by the Bryce sisters, chased down the target with six wickets and 13 balls to spare.
UAE vs Vanuatu
The UAE team, led by captain Esha Oza, put up a strong total of 133/7 in 20 overs. In response, Vanuatu was left reeling by Samaira Dharnidharka’s four-wicket haul, managing to score only 63/8 in their 20 overs. The 70-run victory boosted UAE’s net run rate, keeping their semi-final hopes alive.
Upcoming Matches
The Netherlands will face Ireland in a crucial match. The Dutch team needs to either win the match or maintain a net run rate higher than UAE’s to secure the last semi-final spot.
Score Summary
Match 17: Scotland vs Thailand
Scotland 100/4 in 17.5 overs (Kathryn Bryce 63*) beat Thailand 99/5 in 20 overs (Naruemol Chaiwai 36*, Hannah Rainey 2/12, Abtaha Maqsood 2/15) by six wickets. Player of the Match: Kathryn Bryce.
Match 18: UAE vs Vanuatu
UAE 133/7 in 20 overs (Theertha Satish 44, Esha Oza 29, Nasimana Navaika 3/21, Rachel Andrew 2/17) beat Vanuatu 63/8 in 20 overs (Gillian Chilia 21, Samaira Dharnidharka 4/12, Heena Hotchandani 2/10) by 70 runs. Player of the Match: Samaira Dharnidharka.