The second day of the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup Qualifier 2024 saw key victories for the Netherlands, Uganda, and Zimbabwe, alongside Sri Lanka’s standout performance, securing their second consecutive win and claiming the top spot in Group A.
Sri Lanka demonstrated exceptional dominance against Scotland, solidifying their position at the forefront of the Global Qualifier.
Facing the Islanders’ batting first, UAE struggled against the Sri Lankan spinners, who took nine of the ten wickets. Inoshi Priyadharshani set the tone early, dismissing Darcey Carter for a duck in the opening over.
Despite an early wicket, Kathryn Bryce aggressively countered during the Powerplay, striking boundaries off Udeshika Prabodhani. However, Sugandika Kumari quickly ended Bryce’s innings, leaving the opposition reeling at 32/3.
Achini Kulasuriya furthered the damage, taking crucial wickets during the Powerplay. Kavisha Dilhari then clinched four wickets, limiting Scotland to 94 all out, with Lorna Jack’s 24 being their top score.
Chamari Athapaththu led Sri Lanka’s charge, smashing a rapid 59* off 35 balls, dismantling Scotland’s bowling attack with seven boundaries and a six in just six overs. Athapaththu reached her half-century in just eight more balls, as Vishmi Gunaratne played a steady innings to guide Sri Lanka to a comprehensive victory, securing all ten wickets with 59 balls remaining.
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