Women's T20 World Cup 2026: SL W vs SCO W Today's Match Highlights: Unmissable video recap, POTM, match analysis, stats and more

How did Match 25 of the Women's T20 World Cup 2026 go between Sri Lanka Women and Scotland Women?

Sri Lanka Women secured a narrow three-wicket victory over the hugely impressive Scotland Women side in their final group stage match at Old Trafford in Manchester on Friday, June 26. The Lankans chased down 152 runs in the second innings on the penultimate delivery to keep their extremely slim qualification chances alive. 

Sri Lanka decided to field first after winning the toss. Scotland had a decent start to their innings, thanks to the in-form Darcey Carter, who scored 34, after losing Katherine Fraser early in the powerplay. They went on to register 151 runs from 20 overs, following Sarah Bryce's flurry of boundaries towards the end. 

In reply, Sri Lanka lost two wickets in the powerplay, but not after talismanic captain Chamari Athapaththu scored a quick-fire 33 off 16 balls whilst opening the batting. Despite losing their way a little in the middle overs, thanks to Scotland's collective bowling efforts, the Lankan outfit chased down the total, with Nilakshika Silva staying at the crease till the end. 

Best Batting Performance of the Match: Sarah Bryce

Scotland wicketkeeper Sarah Bryce was the pick of the batters in the game, despite her side finishing second best. The 26-year-old scored an unbeaten 47 off 33 balls, an innings comprising six boundaries, whilst striking at 142.42. Her positive intent with the bat made sure that the Scots registered a fighting total capable of challenging the established Sri Lankan side. 

Best Bowling Performance of the Match: Katherine Fraser

Katherine Fraser was one of the three Scottish bowlers to take two wickets in the game. However, it was Fraser who shone the brightest. She went on to take her wickets at the lowest economy rate, 6.25, whilst taking the all-important wicket of Athapaththu.

Who won the Player of the Match award? 

Nilakshika Silva did not stand out, but her overall contribution with bat and ball made her the ideal candidate to be named Player of the Match. She bowled two overs in the first innings, conceding a mere 12 runs and then scored an unbeaten 21 to take Sri Lanka home, keeping their qualification hopes alive. 

When is the next match?

If Sri Lanka qualify for the knockouts, their next game will most likely be the first semi-final, which would take place at the Oval on Tuesday, 30 June. Scotland, on the other hand, have ended their Women's T20 World Cup journey.