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