In the second match of the Ireland Women vs Scotland Women series in Spain 2023, Scotland Women emerged victorious with a strong performance, securing an eight-wicket win over Ireland Women at the Desert Springs Cricket Ground.
Ireland innings
Ireland Women won the toss and chose to bat, setting a target of 117/7 in their allotted 20 overs. Amy Hunter was the standout performer for Ireland, contributing 68 runs from 54 balls, including 10 boundaries. For Scotland, the bowlers displayed great teamwork, with Priyanaz Chatterji and Hannah Rainey claiming two wickets each.
Scotland innings
Scotland Women chased down the set target with 5 balls to spare, finishing at 121/2 in 19.1 overs. The top-order partnership between Kathryn Bryce (48 runs off 52 balls) and Sarah Bryce (57 runs off 44 balls) paved the way for Scotland’s comfortable victory. Kathryn Bryce anchored the innings with five boundaries, while Sarah Bryce contributed with six fours and a six.
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Result
With this victory, Scotland Women leveled the series, making it one win for each side. In the first T20I, Ireland Women had won by 7 wickets, while Scotland Women answered back in the second match with an eight-wicket victory. The series has now concluded, providing an entertaining display of women’s cricket.
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