Match 12 of the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 brings an intriguing battle to Headingley as Scotland Women prepare to face the West Indies Women. Both teams enter this fixture carrying significant momentum from their initial outings in the tournament.
Scotland pulled off a clinical 40-run victory over Ireland at Old Trafford, powered by a stellar all-round performance from Kathryn Bryce, who hit a blistering 60 and picked up two wickets.
Meanwhile, the West Indies displayed their trademark resilience in a thrilling final-over chase against New Zealand at the Utilita Bowl, hunting down a target of 163 with 7 wickets to spare, largely thanks to Shemaine Campbelle’s unbeaten 90-run masterclass.
The West Indies will lean on their high-profile core, featuring the explosive Hayley Matthews and the veteran presence of Deandra Dottin, to put the debutants under pressure early on. However, Scotland’s spin department—led by Kirstie Gordon and Katherine Fraser, who both took three wickets apiece in their opening game—possesses the exact discipline required to choke the runs and exploit any complacency from the Caribbean side.
While the West Indies hold the edge in big-match experience, Scotland’s fearlessness and structured bowling make this a potential banana skin fixture that the former champions cannot afford to take lightly.
Squads:
Scotland Women’s Cricket Team
Darcey Carter, Katherine Fraser, Kathryn Bryce (C), Sarah Bryce (WK), Megan McColl, Priyanaz Chatterji, Pippa Sproul, Ailsa Lister, Chloe Abel, Gabriella Fontenla, Rachel Slater, Kirstie Gordon, Maisie Maceira, Olivia Bell, Hannah Rainey
West Indies Women’s Cricket Team
Hayley Matthews (C), Shemaine Campbelle (WK), Shawnisha Hector, Stafanie Taylor, Deandra Dottin, Chinelle Henry, Jahzara Claxton, Mandy Mangru, Zaida James, Afy Fletcher, Karishma Ramharack, Qiana Joseph, Aaliyah Alleyne, Jannillea Glasgow, Ashmini Munisar
Where to Watch Scotland Women vs West Indies Women?
Fans in India can watch the match live on Star Sports channels. Live streaming will be available on the JioHotstar website and app.
Schedule:
Scotland Women ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 Fixtures –
June 13: vs Ireland Women, Manchester – Scotland won by 40 runs
June 18: vs West Indies Women, Leeds
June 20: vs England Women, Leeds
June 23: vs New Zealand Women, Bristol
June 26: vs Sri Lanka Women, Manchester
West Indies Women ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 Fixtures –
June 13: vs New Zealand Women, Southampton – West Indies won by 7 wickets
June 18: vs Scotland Women, Leeds
June 21: vs Sri Lanka Women, Bristol
June 24: vs England Women, Lord’s
June 27: vs Ireland Women, Bristol
Broadcast and Live Streaming Details:
For fans in India, Sri Lanka, Nepal, Bhutan and Maldives –
Catch all the live action on Star Sports channels and JioHotstar.
For fans in Australia –
Catch all the live action on Prime Video.
For fans in the United Kingdom and Northern Ireland –
Catch all the live action on Sky Sports Cricket and Sky Sports Main Event.
For fans in the United States and Canada –
Catch all the live action on Willow TV.
For fans in New Zealand –
Catch all the live action on Sky Sport.
For fans in South Africa and Sub-Saharan Africa –
Catch all the live action on SuperSport Cricket.
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