Bryce sisters shine as Scotland history with first ever Women’s T20 World Cup win

Chloe Abel of Scotland celebrates victory with her teammates during the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 match between Scotland and Ireland at Old Trafford Cricket Ground on June 13, 2026 in Manchester, England. Scotland made history on Saturday by recording their first-ever ICC Women’s World Cup T20 victory, beating Ireland by 40 runs at Old Trafford.

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Led by captain Kathryn Bryce, Scotland posted 161/5 in their 20 overs. Ireland struggled in the chase, losing wickets regularly and were bowled out for 121 in 19.1 overs.Scotland’s innings was built on a 106-run partnership between sisters Kathryn Bryce and Sarah Bryce. Sarah misses out on a half-century, falling to Arlene Kelly for 49.Kathryn continued to hold the innings together, reaching her fifty and helping Scotland complete the competitive total.Ava Canning was Ireland’s top bowler with three wickets as Scotland finished on 161/5.Ireland’s chase got off to a poor start when Alana Dalzell was dismissed in the opening over. Amy Hunter (39) and Orla Prendergast (33) were the only batsmen to make significant contributions, but Ireland were never able to build enough momentum.The game turned firmly in Scotland’s favor in the 13th over as Kirstie Gordon took three wickets. At the same time, she fired Rebecca Stokell, Leah Paul and Alice Tector.Katherine Fraser also played a key role with figures of 3/19 as Scotland opened their 2026 Women’s T20 World Cup campaign with a win.Kathryn Bryce was named player of the match for her innings of 60 and figures of 2-19. Other notable contributors were Sarah Bryce with 49, while Kirstie Gordon and Katherine Fraser took three wickets each.