The final stages of the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 continue with an intriguing Group 2 clash between Scotland Women and Sri Lanka Women at Old Trafford, Manchester. Both teams enter the contest looking to finish their campaign on a positive note after mixed fortunes in the tournament so far. Sri Lanka Women currently occupy fourth place in the Group 2 standings with 4 points from four matches, while Scotland Women sit just below them in fifth place with 2 points. With pride, momentum, and valuable ranking points at stake, expect both sides to bring their best to this encounter.
Squads:
Scotland Women’s Cricket Team
Kathryn Bryce (C), Sarah Bryce, Darcey Carter, Chloe Abel, Olivia Bell, Priyanaz Chatterji, Gabriella Fontenla, Katherine Fraser, Kirstie Gordon, Ailsa Lister, Maisie Maceira, Megan McColl, Hannah Rainey, Rachel Slater, Pippa Sproul
Sri Lanka Women’s Cricket Team
Chamari Athapaththu (C), Mithali Ayodhya, Kavisha Dilhari, Imesha Dulani, Vishmi Gunaratne, Hansima Karunaratne, Kavya Kavindi, Sugandika Kumari, Malki Madara, Nimasha Meepage, Hasini Perera, Harshitha Samarawickrama, Nilakshika Silva, Chethana Vimukthi, Kaushini Nuthyangana
Players to watch out:
Kathryn Bryce
The Scotland captain continues to lead from the front with her exceptional all-round abilities. In 64 T20Is, Bryce has accumulated 1627 runs at an average of over 30 while also claiming 71 wickets. Her ability to contribute in every phase of the game makes her Scotland’s biggest match-winner heading into this contest.
Darcey Carter
One of Scotland’s most consistent batters, Darcey Carter has amassed 1046 runs in 45 T20Is at a notable average of 28.27 and a strike rate of 103.76. If Scotland are to challenge Sri Lanka, a solid contribution from Carter at the top of the order will be crucial.
Chamari Athapaththu
Sri Lanka’s skipper remains their most dangerous player. The veteran all-rounder has scored 3891 runs in 158 T20I innings at an average of 26.11 while maintaining a strike rate of 111.93. She has also picked up 74 wickets, underlining her immense value to the side. Fresh off a century, the team will count on her for more runs.
Kavisha Dilhari
Kavisha Dilhari has been one of Sri Lanka’s standout bowlers in recent matches. With 70 wickets in 82 T20I innings at an economy rate of just 6.56, she has consistently provided breakthroughs and controlled the middle overs effectively. She has also added 694 runs from 62 innings, registering the highest of 51*.
Pitch:
The surface at Old Trafford, Manchester generally offers a balanced contest between bat and ball. Fast bowlers can extract movement early on, particularly under cloudy conditions, while batters who settle in are rewarded with good pace and bounce. As the match progresses, spinners are expected to come into play and could prove decisive in the middle overs. A first-innings score in the region of 145-155 should be highly competitive.
Weather:
Manchester is expected to witness pleasant conditions for cricket with temperatures hovering around 18-21°C. There could be some cloud cover during the evening session, assisting seam bowlers initially, but no major rain interruptions are currently anticipated.
Fantasy Playing XI:
Kathryn Bryce, Sarah Bryce, Darcey Carter, Chamari Athapaththu, Imesha Dulani, Harshitha Samarawickrama, Kavisha Dilhari, Kirstie Gordon, Katherine Fraser, Sugandika Kumari, Nilakshika Silva
Match Details:
Date – June 26, 2026
Time – 11:00 PM IST
Venue – Old Trafford, Manchester
Broadcast – Star Sports & JioHotstar
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