Scotland fall short of famous win over Windies
Summary
Scotland narrowly lost to the West Indies in a close T20 World Cup cricket match at Headingley. Despite a strong fight led by Darcey Carter and Ailsa Lister, West Indies won by seven runs, with Stafanie Taylor’s late hitting playing a key role.Key Facts
- West Indies scored 153 runs for 6 wickets in 20 overs; Scotland scored 146 runs all out in 20 overs.
- Stafanie Taylor scored 47 runs not out from 19 balls, including three sixes at the end.
- Darcey Carter, injured but determined, scored 59 runs for Scotland; Ailsa Lister scored 33.
- West Indies bowler Aaliyah Alleyne took crucial wickets late in the game.
- Scotland needed 22 runs from the last two overs but fell short.
- Scotland had previously beaten Ireland for their first World Cup win in this tournament.
- Scotland’s efforts showed growth since introducing central contracts for women players in 2023.
- Scotland’s next match is against England; West Indies will play Sri Lanka next.
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