WI W VS SCO W MATCH 8

Right then, that brings this exciting clash to a close, where the West Indies Women triumphed over Scotland Women, securing their first victory of the tournament and making it to the top of the table in Group B! Looking ahead, the 2024 Women's T20 World Cup rolls on with match number 9 in Group B, as England Women prepare to face South Africa Women. Both teams are riding high, eager to extend their winning streaks. This thrilling encounter is set for Monday, October 7th, with the first ball at 2 pm GMT. But you can join us early for all the pre-match buildup. Until next time, take care and goodbye!

Hayley Matthews, the winning skipper is in for a chat. She expressed full confidence in her team's performance, highlighting their success in restricting Scotland to just 99. She commended Qiana Joseph for her positive approach and praised Deandra Dottin for finishing the game strongly. Matthews noted that the team bowled well, limiting boundary opportunities. She emphasized the importance of securing their position and focusing on improving their net run rate. Looking ahead, she mentioned their next match against Bangladesh, stating that a win there, followed by a victory against England, could secure their spot in the Semi-Finals.

Kathryn Bryce, the skipper of Scotland Women says that it was a great performance in the field and they played well to have a chance but it was always going to be a big task considering the depth in West Indian batting. Adds that they will have to make the most of those half chances that come their way going forward. Talks about the batting and says it was tricky out there and it was hard to find boundaries and 120 runs could have been a good total on this pitch. Mentions that she wants to give the youngsters their time and it is a big learning curve for them as a team.

Chinelle Henry is the Player of the Match for her all-round brilliance. Henry emphasized the importance of giving the team a strong start with the new ball, highlighting their focus on backing themselves and trusting their skills. She acknowledged that batting was challenging but credited the team's confidence and execution for their success. She also praised Qiana Joseph for the crucial role she played in stabilizing the innings.

It's time for the Presentation Ceremony...

Earlier in the game, after opting to bat first, Scotland Women faced early setbacks, losing both openers cheaply. However, Kathryn Bryce and Ailsa Lister stepped up to steady the ship, forging a crucial 46-run partnership to calm the nerves. Just as Scotland seemed to regain control, Afy Fletcher returned to the attack and triggered a dramatic collapse in the middle order. Her brilliant spell dismantled Scotland's resistance, as they lost 6 wickets for just 40 runs, ultimately being restricted to a modest total of 99. Despite a lacklustre fielding effort, West Indies Women clawed their way back into the contest, with Fletcher being the standout performer, claiming 3 vital wickets.

From there, it was all about Deandra Dottin and Chinelle Henry, who launched a counterattack to remind everyone of the firepower their side possesses. The duo put together an unbeaten 42-run partnership, swiftly wrapping up the game and leaving no room for doubt. Their aggressive stand not only secured a comfortable victory but also gave West Indies a much-needed boost in net run rate, catapulting them to the top of the Group B table.

Chasing a modest target of 100, West Indies Women faced the dilemma of whether to play cautiously or go on the offensive to capitalize on the low total and boost their net run rate. The chase got off to a shaky start as Stafanie Taylor was dismissed in the very first over by a superb delivery from Rachel Slater, putting West Indies slightly on the back foot. However, Qiana Joseph quickly countered by taking the aggressive route, easing any early nerves, while Hayley Matthews adopted a more cautious approach. Just when things seemed to be settling for West Indies, Priyanaz Chatterji entered the attack and made an immediate impact by dismissing Hayley. This triggered a mini-collapse, with West Indies losing two more wickets in quick succession, suddenly giving Scotland a glimmer of hope as the door seemed to open for a potential comeback.

West Indies Women have secured their first win of the tournament, adding two crucial points to their tally. What felt like a straightforward chase turned into a bit of a rollercoaster, but the West Indies managed to navigate the twists and turns to come out on top. They wrap up the game with 6 wickets and more than 8 overs to spare, giving their net run rate a significant boost, something that could prove decisive as the tournament progresses.

SIX! THIS GOES ALL THE WAY! Deandra Dottin finishes things off in style. It is floated and full, on middle. Deandra Dottin gets low and slogs it over mid-wicket for a biggie. West Indies Women win the match by 6 wickets.

FOUR! Nicely played. It is pitched up, around middle. Deandra Dottin prods and reverse-hits it behind point for a boundary. Wonderful stroke. Deandra Dottin wants to finish things off early.

SIX! BANG! It is tossed up, full and on off. Deandra Dottin dances down the track and smokes it down the park for a maximum.

Full ball, on middle and leg. Henry uses his feet and knocks it down to long on for one.

Full and on off, Deandra Dottin reverse sweeps it behind square and gets a couple more runs. The equation is now down to just 16 off 54 balls.

Full and on middle, Chinelle Henry knocks it around for a single.

FOUR! Back-to-back boundaries and the target is now down to just 19 runs! Kathryn Bryce drags the length back and keeps it on off, Chinelle Henry opens the bat face and guides it past short third for four more.

FOUR! Crunched through! Kathryn Bryce keeps it full and on off again, Chinelle Henry takes a step out and crisps her drive to the left of mid off for a boundary.