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SCO-W vs IRE-W Match Prediction – ICC Women’s T20 World Cup: Who Will Win? Match Preview, Squads
Scotland Women and Ireland Women meet in the second Group 2 fixture of the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup on June 13. The difference between the two teams is not as obvious as it is in some of the tournament’s bigger contests.
Scotland arrive with great confidence after several encouraging performances over the past year, while Ireland bring valuable experience from playing high-pressure international tournaments. It has the feel of a closely fought contest where small moments could decide the outcome.
Match Overview
- Fixture: Scotland Women vs Ireland Women
- Tournament: ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026
- Match: 2nd Match (Group 2)
- Date & Time: 13 June 2026, 3:00 PM IST (10:30 AM BST)
- Venue: Emirates Old Trafford, Greater Manchester, England
Scotland
Qualification for this upcoming World Cup was an great achievement in itself, but this group has shown precious little interest in being satisfied with just simply making the tournament.
Much of Scotland’s confidence revolves around their captain Kathryn Bryce and her capabilities. Her sister Sarah Bryce remains one of the most dependable batters in the lineup, while players such as Ailsa Lister and Katherine Fraser provide further balance.
Recent performances have been encouraging. Scotland defeated the Netherlands comfortably in a World Cup warm-up match and have looked sharp during their preparations in England. The batting unit appears settled and the bowling attack has consistently found ways to apply pressure through the middle overs.
What Scotland have right now is confidence. The team looks comfortable competing against higher-ranked opposition and there is a growing sense that they can challenge established sides on the big stage.
Ireland
Ireland, meanwhile, arrive with a slightly different identity. The side has often built its success around discipline and patience rather than explosive cricket. Captain Gaby Lewis remains one of the key figures in the lineup, while Amy Hunter and Orla Prendergast provide important experience at the top of the order. Laura Delany’s all-round ability continues to give Ireland flexibility in both departments.
Ireland’s bowling attack has frequently been their strongest asset. The group understands how to build pressure through dot balls and controlled spells, particularly on surfaces that offer assistance to seamers.
The challenge for Ireland has occasionally been consistency with the bat. When the top order settles, they are capable of posting competitive totals. But periods of stagnation have sometimes prevented them from fully capitalising on good starts.
This is still a team that knows how to handle tournament pressure. Their experience could become valuable if the game goes deep into the final overs.
Pitch Report: Emirates Old Trafford, Manchester
Old Trafford generally offers a balanced surface for T20 cricket. Fast bowlers can find substantial movement during the opening overs, particularly in morning conditions, while batters often enjoy relatively greater freedom once they get through the excruciating initial phase.
The square has traditionally rewarded disciplined bowling rather than outright pace. Spinners could also find assistance as the match progresses. A score around 140-150 could prove competitive if conditions remain slightly bowler-friendly.
SCO-W vs IRE-W Head to Head – Last 5 T20I Matches
| Date | Competition / Match | Ireland Women | Scotland Women | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 28 Jan 2026 | Women’s T20 World Cup Qualifier 2025-26, Super Six Match | 121 all out (19.2 overs) | 160/5 (20 overs) | Scotland won by 39 runs |
| 5 May 2024 | Women’s T20 World Cup Qualifier 2024, 1st Semi-Final | 110/9 (20 overs) | 112/2 (16.2 overs) | Scotland won by 8 wickets |
| 24 Oct 2023 | Ireland Women vs Scotland Women, 2nd T20I | 117/7 (20 overs) | 121/2 (19.1 overs) | Scotland won by 8 wickets |
| 23 Oct 2023 | Ireland Women vs Scotland Women, 1st T20I | 92/3 (16.3 overs) | 91 all out (18.4 overs) | Ireland won by 7 wickets |
| 21 Sep 2022 | Women’s T20 World Cup Qualifier 2022, Group A Match | 164/3 (20 overs) | 145/8 (20 overs) | Ireland won by 19 runs |
Toss Prediction
The toss could carry extra importance given the morning start in Manchester. Captains may be tempted to bowl first and take advantage of any early movement available to the seamers.
Match Prediction
Scotland appear to be entering the World Cup with slightly stronger momentum. Kathryn Bryce has been in excellent touch, the batting lineup looks settled, and recent performances suggest a side playing with growing confidence.
Expect a close contest for much of the match. The margins are unlikely to be large. Still, Scotland’s recent form and all-round balance give them a narrow edge heading into the tournament opener.
Ireland are capable of making this a difficult afternoon, especially if their bowlers control the powerplay. However, Scotland’s confidence, momentum and match-winning options through Kathryn Bryce and Sarah Bryce should prove decisive. In short, Scotland will be the winner of this match.
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SCO-W vs IRE-W: Full Squads
Scotland Women
Kathryn Bryce (captain), Chloe Abel, Olivia Bell, Sarah Bryce (wk), Darcey Carter, Priyanaz Chatterji, Gabriella Fontenla, Katherine Fraser, Kirstie Gordon, Ailsa Lister (wk), Maisie Maceira, Abtaha Maqsood, Megan McColl, Rachel Slater, Pippa Sproul (wk).
Ireland Women
Gaby Lewis (captain), Orla Prendergast (vice-captain), Ava Canning, Christina Coulter Reilly (wk), Alana Dalzell, Georgina Dempsey, Amy Hunter (wk), Arlene Kelly, Louise Little, Aimee Maguire, Lara McBride, Cara Murray, Leah Paul, Rebecca Stokell, Alice Tector.
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