Live score New Zealand vs Scotland, Women’s World Cup T20 2026 in Bristol

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PITCH REPORT – Ian Smith is on the pitch and firstly warns that temperatures will climb into the mid-30s, but also notes that there is a nice breeze across the ground. As for dimensions, he points out that the boundary of the square measures the same at 59 metres, while the direct impact on the ground is 71 metres, with pockets at 69 and 70 metres, a touch shallower for those looking to jump or pick up using the pace of the ball behind them. Alan Wilkins chimes in and says the biggest change from last years is rebounding, and points out that rebounding is the story in this game as well. Referring to the West Indies versus Sri Lanka match, he points out that Hayley Matthews took three early wickets, all on the bounce. He remembers Vishmi being caught and bowled, a brilliant performance from Matthews herself, before noting that Athapaththu was top-stumped and Samarawickrama was caught at backward point. Three wickets, one common thread, Alan underlines, with the extra bounce doing the damage every time. With New Zealand winning the toss, Alan identifies Amelia Kerr as the key figure for them today. He believes that if Kerr hits the same lengths as Matthews and gets the ball to the right areas, he has a chance to lead New Zealand to victory here in Bristol.