Scotland falls seven runs short of upset win over West Indies at T20 World Cup
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According to a BBC News report, Scotland came close to a famous victory over West Indies in a T20 World Cup Group 2 match at Headingley, ultimately losing by seven runs. West Indies posted 153-6 in 20 overs, led by Stafanie Taylor's 47 not out off 19 balls. Scotland, chasing 154, reached 146 all out in 20 overs, with Darcey Carter scoring 59 off 62 balls despite a calf injury and Ailsa Lister adding 33 off 25. The match featured tense moments, including West Indies seamer Aaliyah Alleyne dismissing Carter, Lister, and Kirstie Gordon in the penultimate over. Scotland needed 13 runs from the last four balls with two wickets left, but Qiana Joseph closed out the win. The report notes this was Scotland's first World Cup win on Saturday against Ireland, and they next play England on Saturday.
What’s reported
West Indies won by seven runs at Headingley in T20 World Cup Group 2.
West Indies scored 153-6 in 20 overs; Scotland scored 146 all out in 20 overs.
Stafanie Taylor scored 47 not out off 19 balls for West Indies.
Darcey Carter scored 59 off 62 balls for Scotland, battling a calf injury.
Ailsa Lister scored 33 off 25 balls for Scotland.
Aaliyah Alleyne dismissed Carter, Lister, and Gordon in the penultimate over.
Scotland needed 13 runs from the last four balls with two wickets left.
Scotland beat Ireland for their first World Cup win on Saturday.
Scotland next plays England on Saturday; West Indies play Sri Lanka on Sunday in Bristol.
Key figures
Stafanie Taylor (West Indies batter)
Darcey Carter (Scotland batter)
Ailsa Lister (Scotland batter)
Aaliyah Alleyne (West Indies seamer)
Qiana Joseph (West Indies bowler)
Katherine Fraser (Scotland bowler)
Shemaine Campbelle (West Indies batter)
Hayley Matthews (West Indies batter)
Sarah Bryce (Scotland batter)
Kathryn Bryce (Scotland batter)
Deandra Dottin (West Indies bowler)
Sources: BBC News
