West Indies Women vs Scotland Women | Match Prediction, Dream11 Tips, Pitch Report and Preview | ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026
The West Indies Women vs Scotland Women match at the ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026 is one of the most important Group 2 clashes of the tournament. England, the West Indies, and Scotland all have 2 points after one match each. Every game from here is a knockout. West Indies vs Scotland at Headingley on June 18 is exactly that kind of match.
West Indies have the batting firepower, a World Cup winners' medal from 2016, and a 1-0 head-to-head lead over Scotland in T20Is. Scotland has momentum, home conditions, and Kathryn Bryce, who right now is the most dangerous batter in this group.
Only one team can make it to the semi-finals from this position. Thursday night at Headingley decides which one.
- Match: Group 2, Match 12 | ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026
- Date: Thursday, June 18 2026
- Time: 18:30 BST | 11:00 PM IST
- Venue: Headingley Cricket Ground, Leeds, England
- Broadcast: Sky Sports (UK) | Star Sports Network (India) | Disney+ Hotstar (India)
West Indies Women vs Scotland Women Recent Form | ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026
West Indies Women | Last 5 T20I Results
| Match | Opponent | Result | Score |
| Women's T20 WC 2026, Jun 13 | New Zealand Women | Won by 7 wickets | Chased 163 in 19.5 overs |
| Tri-Nation Ireland, Jun 2026 | Ireland Women | Won | WI won series |
| Tri-Nation Ireland, Jun 2026 | Pakistan Women | Won | WI won series |
| Australia Women (T20I), Mar 2026 | Australia Women | Lost | Series 2-1 AUS |
| Sri Lanka Women (T20I), Feb 2026 | Sri Lanka Women | Won | 3-0 sweep |
Scotland Women Last 5 T20I Results
| Match | Opponent | Result | Score |
| Women's T20 WC 2026, Jun 13 | Ireland Women | Won by 40 runs | 161/5 vs 121 |
| T20I Tri-Series, Jun 3 | Netherlands Women | Won | 124/3 vs 80/6 (DLS) |
| T20I Tri-Series, Jun 1 | Bangladesh Women | Lost | 118 all out vs 152/6 |
| T20I Tri-Series, May 29 | Netherlands Women | Won | Series-winning form |
| Warm-up vs Pakistan | Pakistan Women | Won | Rain affected (Scotland won) |
Group 2 Points Table | ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026
| Team | Played | Won | Lost | NRR | Points |
| England Women | 2 | 2 | 0 | +2.763 | 4 |
| Scotland Women | 1 | 1 | 0 | +2.000 | 2 |
| West Indies Women | 1 | 1 | 0 | +0.118 | 2 |
| Sri Lanka Women | 2 | 1 | 1 | -2.04 | 2 |
| New Zealand Women | 2 | 0 | 2 | -0.2 | 0 |
| Ireland Women | 2 | 0 | 2 | -1.492 | 0 |
West Indies Women vs Scotland Women Head to Head | T20I Record and History
West Indies and Scotland have met only once in Women's T20 International cricket. That match was at the 2024 Women's T20 World Cup in Dubai on October 6. Scotland batted first. They made only 99 runs in their 20 overs. West Indies chased it down in just 11.4 overs and won by 6 wickets. Scotland has never beaten the West Indies in a Women's T20 International.
Headingley Pitch Report and Weather Forecast | ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026
Headingley is a batting-friendly ground. The average first innings score here in T20 cricket is 179. The teams batting first have won 73 percent of the time.
Fast bowlers can get some help in the first 6 overs under lights. After that, the pitch gets easier to make runs. This match starts at 18:30 BST, so expect some swing early on with the new ball.
Conditions on the evening of June 18 should not cause major disruption. The temperature at match start is expected to be around 17 degrees Celsius. There can be approximately 66 percent humidity. There is a 25 percent chance of rain. The match is expected to go ahead without any problem.
West Indies Women vs Scotland Women Playing XI | June 18 2026
| West Indies Women | Scotland Women |
| Qiana Joseph | Darcey Carter |
| Hayley Matthews (c) | Katherine Fraser |
| Shemaine Campbelle | Kathryn Bryce (c) |
| Deandra Dottin | Sarah Bryce (wk) |
| Stafanie Taylor | Megan McColl |
| Aaliyah Alleyne | Priyanaz Chatterji |
| Shawnisha Hector | Ailsa Lister |
| Afy Fletcher | Rachel Slater |
| Karishma Ramharack | Chloe Abel |
| Chinelle Henry | Kirstie Gordon |
| Jannillea Glasgow | Gabriella Fontenla |
West Indies Women's Key Players to Watch
Hayley Matthews: Scored 48 off 37 balls against New Zealand. Averages 69.67 in T20 World Cups at a strike rate of 160.77. She bats, bowls, and fields at the highest level. The most dangerous player in this match.
Shemaine Campbelle: Scored 90 not out off 62 balls against New Zealand to win the chase. This was her first-ever T20I fifty in 123 innings. The player is in form right now.
Deandra Dottin: The most explosive batter in this lineup. Scored 28 not out off just 15 balls against Scotland at the 2024 T20 World Cup. Can finish a chase on her own.
Aaliyah Alleyne: Took 4 wickets for 27 runs against New Zealand. Best bowling performance of the tournament so far. A serious threat to Scotland's top order in the powerplay.
Afy Fletcher: Took 3 wickets for 22 runs against Scotland at the 2024 T20 World Cup. She bowls through the middle overs. Scotland struggled against her last time. Expect the same on Thursday.
Scotland Women's Key Players to Watch
Kathryn Bryce: Scored 60 off 39 balls and took 2 wickets against Ireland. She scored 161 runs in 4 innings at 80.50 average in the June Tri-Series. Scotland's most important player so far.
Sarah Bryce: She has scored over 1000 T20I runs for Scotland. Sarah is the most reliable batter after her sister for the team.
Kirstie Gordon: Took 3 wickets in one over against Ireland. Left-arm spinner who knows English conditions well.
Rachel Slater: Scotland's best pace option. Needs to take early wickets in the powerplay if Scotland are to have any chance.
West Indies Women vs Scotland Women Prediction - Probable Winner & Score
The West Indies women have more chances to win this one. They beat New Zealand in the last match and have already beaten Scotland at the 2024 T20 World Cup.
Kathryn Bryce is in the form of her life, and Scotland women has genuine momentum. But the West Indies just chased 163 against New Zealand like it was an easy task. They have won against Scotland by 6 wickets during the 2024 season. West Indies won with 8 overs to spare. The West Indies women are simply too strong on a batting pitch at Headingley.
- Predicted Score: West Indies women 160 to 175 | Scotland women 130 to 140
- High Winning Chances: West Indies Women
Best Fantasy XI | West Indies Women vs Scotland Women | Dream11 Picks June 18 2026
| Player | Team | Role |
| Shemaine Campbelle | West Indies Women | Batter |
| Hayley Matthews (C) | West Indies Women | All-Rounder |
| Qiana Joseph | West Indies Women | Batter |
| Deandra Dottin | West Indies Women | All-Rounder |
| Stafanie Taylor | West Indies Women | All-Rounder |
| Aaliyah Alleyne | West Indies Women | All-Rounder |
| Afy Fletcher | West Indies Women | Bowler |
| Kathryn Bryce (VC) | Scotland Women | All-Rounder |
| Sarah Bryce | Scotland Women | Wicketkeeper |
| Kirstie Gordon | Scotland Women | Bowler |
| Katherine Fraser | Scotland Women | Batter |
Captain: Hayley Matthews
Matthews is the safest captain pick in this match. She scored 48 off 37 balls and took a wicket against New Zealand. She is the best choice for captain.
Vice Captain: Kathryn Bryce
Bryce is the best pick from the Scotland side. She scored 60 off 39 and took 2 wickets against Ireland. She is a clear vice captain choice.
Differential Pick: Kirstie Gordon
Gordon took 3 wickets in one over against Ireland. Headingley suits her left arm spin from the 8th over onwards. Low cost, high reward. Pick her if others are ignoring her.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is expected to win the West Indies Women vs Scotland Women match?
West Indies Women are more likely to win. The team has already won against New Zealand by 7 wickets in their opening match.
What is the head-to-head record between West Indies Women and Scotland Women?
West Indies women lead 1-0 in T20Is. Their only meeting was at the 2024 Women's T20 World Cup in Dubai on October 6. The West Indies won by 6 wickets. Scotland had a total score of 99/8, and the West Indies chased it in 11.4 overs.
What is the pitch like at Headingley, Leeds, for the West Indies Women vs Scotland Women match?
Headingley is a batting-friendly ground. The average first innings T20 score here is 179 across 57 matches. Teams batting first have won 73 percent of matches here.
What is the weather forecast for Leeds on June 18, 2026?
The temperature at the match is going to be around 17 degrees Celsius. Humidity is 66 percent. The rain chance is approximately 25 percent. The match is likely to go ahead without any weather issues.
Who are the key players to watch in the West Indies Women vs Scotland Women match?
For the West Indies women, Hayley Matthews scored 48 off 37 and took a wicket against New Zealand. Shemaine Campbelle hit an unbeaten 90 in that same chase. Aaliyah Alleyne took 4 wickets in 27 balls. For Scotland women, Kathryn Bryce scored 60 off 39 and took 2 wickets against Ireland, and is the only Scotland player capable of winning the match on her own.
What happened when the West Indies Women played Scotland Women at the 2024 T20 World Cup?
Scotland scored only 99 runs in 20 overs. West Indies chased it in just 11.4 overs and won by 6 wickets. It was a completely one-sided match.
Where can I watch West Indies Women vs Scotland Women live?
You can watch on Star Sports and stream on Disney+Hotstar in India. In the UK, it is live on Sky Sports. BBC Sport is also providing live commentary for free.
What time does the West Indies Women vs Scotland Women match start?
The match starts at 18:30 BST in the UK and 11:00 PM IST in India on Thursday, June 18, 2026.