Scotland's Women's T20 World Cup Squad Announced with Exciting New Additions

Scotland has announced its squad for the upcoming Women's T20 World Cup in England, led by veteran Kathryn Bryce. The team includes notable players like Kirstie Gordon, returning after a long hiatus, and three members from the U19 squad. Head Coach Craig Wallace praised the depth and talent of the squad, emphasizing their journey to the tournament through the Global Qualifier. Scotland will face tough competition in Group B, starting with a match against Ireland on June 13. This marks an exciting chapter for women's cricket in Scotland as they aim for success on the world stage.

By Narendra Chaudhary May 11, 2026, 18:01 IST

Scotland's Squad Announcement

Veteran player Kathryn Bryce will captain a 15-member team at the upcoming tournament in England. Among the squad is Kirstie Gordon, a Blaze teammate, who is set to represent Scotland for the first time since 2017. The team also includes three players from the Scotland U19 squad that participated in the ICC Women's U19 World Cup in 2025: bowler Gabriella Fontenla, wicketkeeper-batter Pippa Sproul, and uncapped pace bowler Maisie Maceira, as stated in a release from Cricket Scotland.

Tournament Overview

Scotland will compete in Group B against England, Ireland, West Indies, New Zealand, and Sri Lanka. Their first match is scheduled against Ireland at Old Trafford on June 13, marking their second consecutive appearance in the ICC Women's T20 World Cup.

Head Coach's Insights

Craig Wallace, the Head Coach of Scotland Women's team, expressed the challenges of selecting the squad, highlighting the remarkable growth of women's cricket in Scotland. He stated, "The depth we have now is incredible, making every selection both enjoyable and challenging. We believe we have a well-balanced squad to achieve success in this tournament."

Wallace also noted Kirstie Gordon's return to the team, emphasizing its significance for the players and the team's progress.

Path to the World Cup

Scotland secured their spot in the tournament through the ICC Women's T20 World Cup Global Qualifier, where they advanced to the Super Six after finishing second in Group B, just behind the Netherlands. Despite a loss to Bangladesh, Scotland achieved crucial victories over Ireland and the USA in the Super Six, ultimately finishing third in the Global Qualifier, which earned them a place in the Women's T20 World Cup.

Complete Scotland Squad for the Women's T20 World Cup

The squad includes: Kathryn Bryce (c), Chloe Abel, Olivia Bell, Sarah Bryce, Darcey Carter, Priyanaz Chatterji, Gabriella Fontenla, Katherine Fraser, Kirstie Gordon, Ailsa Lister, Maisie Maceira, Abtaha Maqsood, Megan McColl, Rachel Slater, and Pippa Sproul.