England Crush Scotland to Top Group B
On October 13, 2024, England delivered a stunning performance by defeating Scotland by 10 wickets in the Women’s T20 World Cup at Sharjah. The win, achieved with England reaching 113-0 in just 10 overs, not only secured them the top position in Group B but also boosted their net run rate, putting them in a strong position to advance to the semifinals.
Scotland batted first, managing to set a modest target of 109/6. Kathryn Bryce led with 33 runs, and Sarah Bryce added 27, but England’s bowlers, led by Sophie Ecclestone (2/13), kept the Scots under control. Despite a spirited six from Ailsa Lister, Scotland struggled against England’s disciplined bowling, losing wickets rapidly towards the end.
In reply, England’s openers, Maia Bouchier and Danni Wyatt-Hodge, made light work of the chase. Bouchier, scoring 62 off 34 balls, and Wyatt-Hodge, hitting 51 off 26 balls, sealed the win with their aggressive strokes. They took full advantage of Scotland’s fielding lapses, ensuring a smooth victory for England.
Group B Standings after the Match,
| Team | Matches Played | Points | Net Run Rate (NRR) |
|---|
| England | 3 | 6 | +3.457 |
| South Africa | 3 | 4 | +1.123 |
| New Zealand | 3 | 4 | +0.865 |
| Pakistan | 3 | 2 | -0.231 |
| Scotland | 4 | 0 | -2.500 |
Maia Bouchier praised her partnership with Wyatt-Hodge, sharing how they maintained focus even in the heat. Captain Heather Knight commended Bouchier’s performance, calling it “pure class.” Despite Scotland’s challenging debut World Cup campaign, their captain Kathryn Bryce reflected positively, calling the experience an “honor.”
On Tuesday, England’s next match against West Indies will determine their final standing. For now, this emphatic victory sets them on a promising path toward the knockout stage
