Ireland Dominates Group B, Scotland Maintains Winning Streak in Women’s T20 World Cup Qualifier

In a thrilling display of cricket, Ireland clinched the top spot in Group B following a resounding victory over Zimbabwe, while Scotland continued their winning streak by overpowering USA in Group A.

Ireland vs Zimbabwe: Match Highlights

Ireland 176/3 (20) Defeats Zimbabwe 120/8 (20)

Zimbabwe’s Decision: Opted to Bowl First

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Opening the innings, Amy Hunter and Gaby Lewis set the stage on fire with a 130-run partnership, propelling Ireland to their fifth-highest total in women’s T20Is.

Hunter started the innings with a flurry of boundaries, while Lewis quickly followed suit, reaching her half-century off 36 balls. Hunter reached her fifty off 34 balls.

The opening partnership was finally broken by Kelis Ndhlovu, who dismissed Lewis for a brilliant 69 off 47 balls. Despite losing Hunter for 71 in the 17th over, Ireland had already crossed the 150-run mark, finishing on 176/3 in their 20 overs.

Zimbabwe’s response was lacklustre, with Ava Canning striking twice in the Powerplay. Despite a fighting partnership between Mary-Anne Musonda and Modester Mupachikwa, Zimbabwe could only manage 120/8, falling 56 runs short of the target.

With two wins in two games, Ireland now leads Group B and is a strong contender for the semi-finals.

Women’s T20 World Cup Qualifier 2024 Standings

Scotland vs USA: Match Highlights

Scotland 149/6 (20) Defeats USA 105/8 (20)

USA’s Decision: Elected to Field First

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Scotland’s captain Kathryn Bryce led her team to a 44-run victory over the USA, marking their second win in three matches. Despite losing early wickets, a fourth-wicket partnership between Bryce and Ailsa Lister steadied the innings for Scotland.

Bryce, the ICC Women’s Associate Player of the Decade, scored her ninth T20I fifty in 42 balls, while also making a significant impact with the ball. She picked up four wickets, restricting USA to just 105/8 in their 20 overs.

With this victory, Scotland continues their winning momentum in the tournament.