Women’s T20 World Cup: South Africa
Scotland was knocked out of the Women’s T20 World Cup on October 8, 2024, following a heavy defeat by South Africa. The match, held on a critical day for both teams, ended in an 80-run loss for the Scots. South Africa batted first and scored 160 runs losing just four wickets. The Scottish team, chasing a high target, struggled against South Africa’s disciplined bowling attack and was bowled out for just 80 runs.
Scotland’s openers failed to provide a strong start, losing early wickets and putting pressure on the middle order. South African bowlers took advantage of the situation, with Marizanne Kapp and Shabnim Ismail leading the attack. Kapp claimed three wickets, while Ismail kept a tight line and length, restricting Scotland’s scoring opportunities.
The star performance came from South Africa’s Laura Wolvaardt, who scored a brisk 65 runs off just 42 balls, hitting multiple boundaries and a six. Her well-paced innings set the foundation for South Africa’s big total. Scotland’s bowlers, led by Kathryn Bryce, picked up a few wickets but could not control the scoring rate effectively.
In reply, Scotland’s top-order batsmen could not build partnerships, losing wickets regularly. Sarah Bryce, the Scottish captain, tried to stabilize the innings but fell cheaply for just 15 runs. The South African spinners played a crucial role in stifling the run chase, forcing Scotland’s batters into errors.
With this win, South Africa secured their place in the knockout stages, while Scotland’s journey in the T20 World Cup ended. Despite showing promise in earlier games, the Scottish team failed to deliver under pressure. This loss highlighted the gap between them and top-tier teams like South Africa.
The South African team celebrated their victory with high energy as they looked forward to facing tougher competition in the semifinals. For Scotland, it’s back to the drawing board to assess their strengths and areas of improvement for future tournaments.
Below is the match summary,
| Team | Contry | Runs | Wickets Lost | Overs Played |
|---|
| South Africa | 🇿🇦 | 160 | 4 | 20 |
| Scotland | 🏴 | 80 | 10 | 17.2 |
This result marks a significant victory for South Africa, propelling them forward, while Scotland will need to regroup and refine their strategies for future competitions,
