The ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 continues with an important Group 2 match between Ireland Women and Scotland Women at Old Trafford, Manchester, on June 13. Both teams will be looking to begin their campaign with a win and collect valuable points early in the tournament.
Ireland comes into the World Cup under the leadership of Gaby Lewis and will be hoping to continue their steady improvement in international cricket. The squad includes experienced players such as Orla Prendergast, Amy Hunter, Arlene Kelly and Leah Paul. A good start to the tournament could be very important as they aim to challenge the stronger teams in the group.
Ireland will depend heavily on captain Gaby Lewis and vice-captain Orla Prendergast with the bat. Lewis has been in excellent form recently, scoring 276 runs in her last seven T20Is at an average of 39.43, while Prendergast has scored 274 runs in her last 10 matches at a strike rate of 131.10. With the ball, Arlene Kelly and Lara McBride have been among Ireland’s best performers, taking 14 and 11 wickets respectively in their recent matches.
Scotland, meanwhile, arrives with confidence under captain Kathryn Bryce. They have become a strong T20 side in recent years and will be looking to make a positive start on the world stage. Scotland have several key players in their squad, including Bryce, Sarah Bryce, Katherine Fraser and Abtaha Maqsood.
Kathryn Bryce has been Scotland’s standout performer in recent matches, scoring 241 runs and taking 16 wickets in her last 10 T20Is. Katherine Fraser has also been in very good form with the bat, scoring 256 runs in her last 10 matches. Leg-spinner Abtaha Maqsood will be another important player after taking 10 wickets in her last 10 appearances.
Head-to-Head:
Ireland Women and Scotland Women have shared a closely fought rivalry in T20Is over the years. The two sides have faced each other 15 times, with Ireland holding a narrow 9-6 advantage.
However, recent results have gone Scotland’s way. They have won each of the last three T20I meetings, including a 39-run victory in January 2026, an eight-wicket win during the 2024 T20 World Cup Qualifier, and another eight-wicket victory in Spain in October 2023.
Ireland’s most recent win against Scotland came in October 2023 when they secured a seven-wicket victory in Almeria. With both teams knowing each other well, another competitive match can be expected in Manchester.
Squads:
Ireland Women’s Cricket Team
Gaby Lewis (C), Orla Prendergast (VC), Ava Canning, Christina Coulter Reilly, Alana Dalzell, Georgina Dempsey, Amy Hunter, Arlene Kelly, Louise Little, Aimee Maguire, Lara McBride, Cara Murray, Leah Paul, Rebecca Stokell, Alice Tector
Scotland Women’s Cricket Team
Kathryn Bryce (C), Chloe Abel, Olivia Bell, Sarah Bryce, Darcey Carter, Priyanaz Chatterji, Gabriella Fontenla, Katherine Fraser, Kirstie Gordon, Ailsa Lister, Maisie Maceira, Hannah Rainey, Megan McColl, Rachel Slater, Pippa Sproul
Where to Watch Ireland Women vs Scotland Women?
Fans in India can watch the match live on Star Sports channels. Live streaming will be available on the JioHotstar website and app for viewers who prefer to watch online.
Schedule:
Ireland Women ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 Fixtures –
June 13: vs Scotland Women, Manchester
June 16: vs England Women, Southampton
June 19: vs New Zealand Women, Southampton
June 23: vs Sri Lanka Women, Bristol
June 27: vs West Indies Women, Bristol
Scotland Women ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 Fixtures –
June 13: vs Ireland Women, Manchester
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
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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