Scotland Women Shock West Indies Women by 11 Runs in Match 2 of ICC Women's World Cup Qualifier 2025

Lahore, April 9, 2025 — In a sensational contest at the Lahore City Cricket Association Ground, Scotland Women delivered a huge upset in the ICC Women's Cricket World Cup Qualifier 2025 by defeating the West Indies Women by 11 runs in Match 2 of the tournament. Despite an unbeaten century from West Indies skipper Hayley Matthews, the Caribbean side fell short while chasing 245, as the Scottish bowlers held their nerves in the final overs.

This match has already been tagged as one of the most exciting encounters of the tournament so far, with top-class performances, tactical brilliance, and nail-biting moments that had fans on the edge of their seats.

First Innings: Scotland Women Post a Fighting 244

Winning the toss, Scotland Women elected to bat first and posted a competitive total of 244 runs in 45 overs. The Scottish innings was a balanced effort, with several batters contributing valuable runs.

The standout of the innings was Sarah Bryce, who anchored the middle order with a superb 55 off 56 balls, including 6 fours. Captain Kathryn Bryce added 25 runs while Darcey Carter contributed 25, setting a solid foundation. But it was Megan McColl's quickfire 45 off 44 balls that truly gave the innings momentum, taking advantage of some loose bowling from the Windies' attack.

The West Indies bowlers struggled to contain the flow of runs, with Hayley Matthews leading with 4 wickets for 56 runs in her 10 overs. Karishma Ramharack also bowled a tidy spell, taking 3 wickets and keeping the pressure on. Aaliyah Alleyne grabbed two key wickets toward the end to clean up the tail.

Despite a couple of run-outs and wickets at regular intervals, Scotland managed to reach 244 before being bowled out in the final over.

Second Innings: Hayley Matthews Fights Alone

Chasing 245 for victory, West Indies Women got off to a shaky start, losing Qiana Joseph early to Darcey Carter. But all eyes were on Hayley Matthews, who led from the front with an incredible unbeaten 114 off 113 balls. Her knock included 14 boundaries and showcased her trademark calm under pressure.

While Matthews anchored one end, the rest of the batting lineup failed to rise to the occasion. Zaida James (45) showed promise but fell trying to accelerate. Shemaine Campbelle, Stafanie Taylor, and Chinelle Henry got starts but could not convert them into meaningful scores.

Scotland's fielding was sharp and energetic, with two crucial run-outs (Lister and McColl the fielders) that turned the tide in their favor. The bowlers maintained tight lines, especially Katherine Fraser, who ended with 3 for 15 in a brilliant 10-over spell.

As the required run rate climbed, pressure mounted, leading to a collapse from 192/5 to 233 all out. The Windies were bowled out in 46.2 overs, falling 11 runs short despite Hayley Matthews carrying her bat throughout the innings.

Key Performers

For Scotland Women:

  • Sarah Bryce – 55 (56)

  • Megan McColl – 45 (44)

  • Katherine Fraser – 3/15 (10 overs)

  • Hayley Matthews (West Indies) – 114* (113)

  • Darcey Carter – 1/10 and 25 (48)

For West Indies Women:

  • Hayley Matthews – 114* (113) & 4/56

  • Karishma Ramharack – 3/46

  • Zaida James – 45 (89)

Turning Points

  • Run Outs: Two crucial run-outs by Chinelle Henry turned the momentum in Scotland’s favor during their innings.

  • Middle-order collapse: West Indies lost 5 wickets for just 41 runs, exposing their lower middle-order vulnerability.

  • Tight Bowling by Fraser & Maqsood: Scotland kept the scoring rate in check during the death overs, forcing errors.

Match Summary

  • Scotland Women: 244 all out in 45 overs (Sarah Bryce 55, Megan McColl 45; Hayley Matthews 4/56)

  • West Indies Women: 233 all out in 46.2 overs (Hayley Matthews 114*; Katherine Fraser 3/15)

  • Result: Scotland Women won by 11 runs

  • Venue: Lahore City Cricket Association Ground, Lahore

  • Player of the Match: Hayley Matthews (West Indies) – despite being on the losing side

What This Means

This win will significantly boost Scotland Women’s confidence in the tournament. With one win from one, they now stand a real chance to advance to the Super Six stage. For West Indies Women, this loss is a wake-up call. Despite having experienced stars, their over-dependence on Hayley Matthews was exposed, and they will need a more collective effort in upcoming games.


What’s Next?

  • Scotland Women will take on Ireland Women in their next group match.

  • West Indies Women will look to bounce back against Thailand Women, a match they must win to stay in contention.

Final Thoughts

The ICC Women’s World Cup Qualifier 2025 is off to a cracking start, with underdogs like Scotland already shaking up the competition. Their team spirit, composure, and strategy proved superior on the day. Meanwhile, West Indies Women will have to introspect and re-strategize, especially in their bowling and middle-order batting departments.

For fans, this match was a thrilling advertisement for women’s cricket and a reminder that in cricket, anything can happen.