The ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 continues with Match 2 as Scotland Women take on Ireland Women. With the tournament now featuring more teams, sides like Scotland and Ireland have a bigger opportunity to test themselves on the global stage. While Ireland is making a return after missing out on the 2024 edition and Scotland is playing only their second Women’s T20 World Cup 2026, both teams have one thing in common, as neither has ever won a match at the tournament. Ireland is still searching for their first win after 16 matches, while Scotland remains winless after four games.
Ireland won the toss, opts to bowl first
At the toss, Ireland Women elected to bowl first, hoping to make early use of the conditions and put Scotland under pressure in this important opening fixture.
Here’s what Ireland’s captain Amy Hunter said about the World Cup pressure, “I am not taking much pressure to be honest. The management is taking good care of us. Gaby has been sensational for us. She has given us the freedom to just go out there and play your natural game. They have given us a lot of belief.
Here’s what Scotland’s captain, Kirstie Gordon, said after the toss, ‘We are feeling really well as a team. We will take huge confidence from those wins.” She further said, “We are done with our preparations. We will try to target their weaknesses and get off to a winning start.”
Ireland Women Playing XI: Amy Hunter (wk), Alana Dalzell, Gaby Lewis (c), Orla Prendergast, Rebecca Stokell, Leah Paul, Alice Tector, Arlene Kelly, Ava Canning, Cara Murray, Aimee Maguire
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Scotland Women Playing XI: Darcey Carter, Katherine Fraser, Kathryn Bryce (c), Sarah Jennifer Bryce (wk), Megan McColl, Priyanaz Chatterji, Ailsa Lister, Rachel Slater, Chloe Abel, Kirstie Gordon, Gabriella Fontenla
Team news and update
Ireland’s Cara Murray is set to reach a major milestone in this match, as she prepares to make her 100th international appearance. The experienced spinner will be hoping to celebrate the occasion with a memorable performance and help Ireland begin their World Cup campaign on a winning note.
Scotland, meanwhile, have been dealt a setback ahead of the tournament. Leg-spinner Abtaha Maqsood has been ruled out of the Women’s T20 World Cup due to injury. In her place, Scotland have brought in Yorkshire seamer Hannah Rainey, who will be eager to make the most of the opportunity on the biggest stage.
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Scotland vs Ireland : Head-to-Head in WT20Is:
Total matches played : 15
Ireland Women won: 9
Scotland Women won: 6
Draw : 0
Team recent form
Scotland Women head into this contest in impressive form, having won four of their last five matches. Their recent run includes victories over strong opponents, and they will be confident of carrying that momentum into their World Cup opener.
Ireland Women have also enjoyed a solid run, winning three of their last five games. While they have been slightly inconsistent, they have shown the ability to bounce back from setbacks and will be determined to start their campaign on a winning note against a familiar rival.
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Scotland Women – W, W, W, L, W
Ireland Women – W, L, W, W, L
Scotland and Ireland full sqaud
Scotland Women Squad: Kathryn Bryce (c), Darcey Carter, Katherine Fraser, Sarah Bryce (wk), Megan McColl, Priyanaz Chatterji, Pippa Sproul, Ailsa Lister, Chloe Abel, Gabriella Fontenla, Hannah Rainey, Rachel Slater, Kirstie Gordon, Maisie Maceira, Olivia Bell
Ireland Women Squad: Gaby Lewis (c), Amy Hunter (wk), Rebecca Stokell, Orla Prendergast, Arlene Kelly, Leah Paul, Alice Tector, Louise Little, Coulter Reilly, Ava Canning, Lara McBride, Cara Murray, Georgina Dempsey, Alana Dalzell, Aimee Maguire
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