West Indies Women Secure Victory Over Scotland

The West Indies women's team secured their first victory in the ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2024, defeating Scotland by six wickets after a disappointing opener against South Africa. Led by Afy Fletcher's impressive bowling performance, where she took three wickets for 22 runs, the West Indies restricted Scotland to a modest total of 99 runs. Key contributions from Qiana Joseph, who scored 31 runs off 18 balls, and Deandra Dottin, who added 28 runs off 15 balls, ensured a comfortable chase with 50 balls to spare. Scotland struggled with their batting, with only Ailsa Lister and Kathryn Bryce providing any resistance with scores of 26 and 25, respectively. The West Indies, led by captain Hayley Matthews, focused on improving their net run rate while executing a dominant performance. The match marked a vital turnaround for the West Indies after their heavy loss to South Africa, showcasing their potential in the tournament.