The stage is set at the historic Lahore City Cricket Association Ground for Match No. 2 of the ICC Women’s World Cup Qualifier 2025, where Scotland will take on the mighty West Indies in a crucial early encounter. With both teams eyeing a strong start to their qualifying campaign, the clash promises a riveting contest between Scotland’s rising talent and the West Indies’ seasoned firepower. As the race for World Cup spots intensifies, expect high stakes, fierce competition, and standout performances in the heart of Lahore.
Squads:
West Indies Women’s Cricket Team
Hayley Matthews (C), Shemaine Campbelle (VC), Aaliyah Alleyne, Afy Fletcher, Cherry Ann Fraser, Shabika Gajnabi, Jannillea Glasgow, Chinelle Henry, Zaida James, Qiana Joseph, Mandy Mangru, Ashmini Munisar, Karishma Ramharack, Stafanie Taylor, Rashada Williams
Scotland Women’s Cricket Team
Kathryn Bryce (C), Abbi Aitken-Drummond, Chloe Abel, Sarah Bryce, Darcey Carter, Priyanaz Chatterji, Katherine Fraser, Ailsa Lister, Abtaha Maqsood, Megan McColl, Hannah Rainey, Nayma Sheikh, Rachael Slater, Pippa Sproul, Maryam Faisal
Players to watch out:
Aaliyah Alleyne
Aaliyah Alleyne offers a great deal of experience and consistency in the West Indies pace attack. The 33-year-old right-arm medium pacer has taken 11 wickets in her last 10 games at an economy of 5.78 and a strike rate of 24.9. Alleyne’s ability to chip-in with key breakthroughs and curtail the scoring rate in the middle overs makes her a key part of this match.
Karishma Ramharack
Karishma Ramharack will also provide a constant and stable presence in the spin department for the West Indies. The right-arm off-break bowler has taken 14 wickets in her last 10 games at an economy of 4.44 and a strike rate of 33.5. Ramharack’s capacity to apply pressure and offer timely breakthroughs makes her a key player during the middle overs.
Darcey Carter
At just a nascent age of 19, teenager Darcey Carter has already emerged as a vital cog in the wheel for Scotland’s women team. The emerging all-rounder has scored 200 runs in 9 ODIs at a strike rate of 73.8, showcasing her ability to consistently anchor and pace the innings. With her handy off-breaks, Carter adds depth to the bowling attack and will be a key player to watch out for in the marquee clash against the giant West Indian team.
Abtaha Maqsood
Abtaha Maqsood’s recent form makes her one of Scotland’s most threatening cricketers heading into this contest. The right-arm leg-break bowler has scalped 19 wickets in just 8 ODIs, boasting an impressive economy of 3.95 and a strike rate of 19.57. Her ability to break partnerships and choke the opposition batters from scoring will be crucial against a power-packed West Indies lineup.
Pitch:
The surface at Lahore City Cricket Association Ground serves an even contest between the bat and the ball. While the seamers may get assistance in the form of seam and swing movement, batters can cash in the opportunity to drive the ball on merit and get conducive timing on shots.
Weather:
Clear skies with no chances of rain and temperature of about 37°C are predicted for the match day. A complete game without weather disruptions is anticipated for the day.
Fantasy Playing XI:
Shemaine Campbelle, Sarah Bryce, Stafanie Taylor, Hayley Matthews, Chinelle Henry, Qiana Joseph, Karishma Ramharack, Abtaha Maqsood, Kathryn Bryce, Afy Fletcher, Zaida James
Match details:
Date – April 9, 2025
Time – 10:00 AM IST
Venue – Lahore City Cricket Association Ground
Broadcast – The game will be live streamed on the FanCode app and website.
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