Published on: Jun 12, 2026 3:33 pm IST | Updated on: Jun 11, 2026 5:44 pm IST
It’s the second day of the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026, and we are lined up with 3 games in a single day. The first of the three games will be played between two associate nations, Ireland women and Scotland women, at Old Trafford in Manchester. Both teams are placed in Group 2, which has teams like Sri Lanka, England, New Zealand, and the West Indies. An early win in a competition like this always sets the tone for the teams, and both Ireland and Scotland women will be looking to deliver goods in this contest. In this post, we have compiled free expert tips for SCO-W vs IRE-W, Match 2 of the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 at Old Trafford, Manchester.
The Irish women are heading into this contest on the back of a brilliant run in a tri-series featuring West Indies women and Pakistan women where they finished second just behind the Caribbean women with 2 wins out of 4 games (including a rain-abandoned game against Pakistan women). They defeated both Pakistan and West Indies in the series and are booming with confidence. Scotland women are also heading into this World Cup on the back of a tri-series win featuring Bangladesh and the Netherlands women, but the quality of opponents the Irish team faced makes them pip the Scotland women in this game. Therefore, expect the win probability meter to lean in favor of the Irish women. Let’s continue with the post and find out the best cricket tips for SCO-W vs IRE-W, Match 2 of the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 at Old Trafford, Manchester.
IRE-W: 62% win chance SCO-W: 38% win chance
The Irish skipper remains an important bet for the team. She has amassed 276 runs in her last 7 T20I innings, making her one of the lynchpins in the batting unit.
The Irish vice-captain has scored 274 runs in her last 10 T20I knocks at a brilliant strike-rate of 131. She remains a key wicket in the middle order for the Irish lass.
The Scottish women skipper Kathryn finished the recently concluded tri-series as the second highest run-scorer with 161 runs from just 4 innings at a magnificent strike-rate of 177. She will be a top bet in this game.
The youngster was the Scottish women's second highest run-getter in the recently concluded tri-series, scoring 113 runs from 4 innings. She could be another bet to look out for.
Check out our prediction for the SCO-W vs IRE-W Match 2 of the ICC T20 World Cup 2026 at Old Trafford, Birmingham.
The Scottish women enter the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 with momentum firmly on their side. In their last five meetings against Ireland, Scotland have emerged victorious in three consecutive games, while Ireland managed two wins earlier. This recent dominance highlights Scotland’s growing confidence in the shortest format.
Adding to their belief is their impressive run of form leading into the tournament. Scotland have won four of their last five completed fixtures, showcasing consistency across both batting and bowling departments. Their preparation has been further strengthened by a successful tri‑series campaign against Bangladesh and the Netherlands, where they lifted the trophy and proved their ability to handle pressure situations.
Ireland, however, remain a spirited side and will be eager to break Scotland’s winning streak. But given the head‑to‑head advantage and recent triumphs, the Scottish women will look to carry their winning habit into this World Cup clash. A strong start here could set the tone for their campaign and underline their credentials as a rising force in women’s T20 cricket.
The Irish women head into the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 with renewed confidence after a strong showing in their recent tri‑series against West Indies and Pakistan. They secured two wins out of four games, finishing second behind the Caribbean side, with one fixture against Pakistan abandoned due to rain. Importantly, they managed to defeat both Pakistan and West Indies, proving their ability to rise to the occasion against competitive opponents.
In their last four completed matches, Ireland have won three, showcasing consistency and resilience. Despite suffering a setback against West Indies, they bounced back impressively to notch victories that have boosted morale within the camp. Their batting unit has shown depth, while the bowlers have delivered crucial breakthroughs at key moments.
With momentum on their side, the Irish women will be eager to carry forward this winning habit into the World Cup. A strong start could not only enhance their confidence but also establish them as a dangerous side capable of upsetting higher‑ranked teams. The challenge now lies in maintaining composure and building on the momentum they have earned. Let’s move ahead and check the cricket tips.
Matches Played: 15 SCO-W won: 6 IRE-W won: 9 No Result: 0 Tied: 0 RECENT form IRELAND WOMEN: W L W W A RECENT form SCOTLAND WOMEN: W W W L W
The Irish and Scottish women have collided 15 times in T20Is in the past. The Irish women have had the upper hand in this battle, winning 9 games, whereas the Scottish women have registered 6 wins.
How will the two teams, i.e., Ireland Women and Scotland Women, fare in Match 2 of the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026? Let’s take a look.
Darcey Carter, Katherine Fraser, Kathryn Bryce (C), Sarah Bryce (WK), Alisa Lister, Kirstie Gordon, Megan McColl, Priyanaz Chatterji, Olivia Bell, Chloe Abel, Abtaha Maqsood
Alana Dalzell, Gaby Lewis (C), Arlene Kelly, Rebecca Stokell, Orla Prendergast, Leah Paul, Louise Little, Christina Coulter/Amy Hunter (WK), Cara Murray, Ava Canning, Lara McBride
Here’s the pitch and weather report for Match 2 of ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 between Ireland Women and Scotland Women at Old Trafford, Manchester.
At Old Trafford, batting first often proves decisive, with average scores around 140–150 testing chasing sides. Seamers thrive early under overcast skies, while spinners gain grip later. Captains winning the toss are likely to opt for batting first, aiming to post a competitive total and apply scoreboard pressure.
The online live streaming of Match 1 of the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 will take place live on the JioHotstar app. The live TV coverage for this World Cup will be available on the Star Sports Channels.
The Irish women are heading into this contest on the back of a brilliant run in recent times. They have defeated the likes of Pakistan women and the West Indies women in a recent tri-series and should carry that confidence heading into this game against the Scottish women. Therefore, as per our prediction, Ireland Women are expected to win SCO-W vs IRE-W, Match 2 of the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026.
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