West Indies Women Win by 6 Wickets in Second ODI Against Ireland The West Indies Women’s team secured a six-wicket victory over Ireland Women in the second One-Day International (ODI) of their three-match series at Bready Cricket Club on July 12, 2026. The match, part of the ICC Women’s Championship, saw the West Indies reach 242/4 in 38.5 overs, while Ireland Women scored 241/7 in their full 50-over innings. The West Indies’ batting lineup, led by Hayley Matthews and Stafanie Taylor, posted a formidable total, with Matthews scoring an unbeaten century (100 off 94 balls) and Taylor hitting a century (100 off 105 balls). The West Indies’ bowling attack, including Aimee Maguire and Cara Murray, took key wickets, including the early dismissal of Realeanna Grimmond. Ireland Women’s innings began with Sarah Forbes scoring 17 before being dismissed in the 9.2 over, followed by Gaby Lewis (24) falling in the 11.5 over. Amy Hunter contributed 67 runs off 87 balls, while Rebecca Stokell scored 57. Leah Paul added 32, and Alana Dalzell remained not out on 17. The Irish team’s highest partnership was between Amy Hunter and Leah Paul, who added 100 runs for the fourth wicket. However, the West Indies’ bowlers, including Deandra Dottin and Hayley Matthews, maintained pressure, restricting Ireland to 241/7. The West Indies’ innings was marked by a dominant batting performance. Hayley Matthews and Stafanie Taylor formed a partnership of 148 runs for the second wicket, with Matthews scoring 100 and Taylor 100. Deandra Dottin contributed 9 runs, and Jannillea Glasgow scored 9. Shemaine Campbelle remained not out on 10. The West Indies’ bowling figures included Aimee Maguire taking 2 wickets and Cara Murray claiming 2, while other bowlers contributed to the dismissal of key Irish batters.#west_indies_women #hayley_matthews #stafanie_taylor #ireland_women #bready_cricket_club
IRE Women Defeat WI Women in T20 World Cup Group Match IRELAND WOMEN secured a thrilling six-wicket victory over WEST INDIES WOMEN in their Women’s T20 World Cup Group 2 encounter at Bristol on June 27, 2026. The match, part of the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup, saw Ireland post a competitive total of 129 for 4 in 20 overs, with West Indies needing 63 runs from 81 balls to chase down the target. Ireland’s bowlers dominated the final overs, restricting the West Indies to 63 for 2, with the hosts clinching the win with 11 balls remaining. IRELAND’S BATTING: A Balanced Performance Ireland’s innings was anchored by a disciplined batting display, with key contributions from Gaby Lewis (28), Orla Prendergast (63 not out), and Leah Paul (16). Lewis and Prendergast formed a formidable opening partnership, adding 88 runs for the second wicket before Prendergast was dismissed for 63 in the 15th over. The innings was marked by aggressive strokeplay, particularly from Prendergast, who hit eight fours and two sixes. Paul’s late cameo added crucial runs, ensuring Ireland’s total of 129 was well within reach for the West Indies. WEST INDIES’ CHASE: Struggles and Setbacks West Indies faced early challenges as Ireland’s bowlers exploited the conditions. The West Indies lost their first wicket in the second over when Shemaine Campbelle was dismissed for 8, and the team struggled to build momentum. Despite a brief resurgence in the 14th over, where Deandra Dottin and Hayley Matthews added 27 runs for the fourth wicket, the West Indies were unable to capitalize. Dottin, who scored 18 runs, fell for 18 in the 15th over, and Matthews was dismissed for 6 in the 16th over. The West Indies’ innings collapsed in the final overs, with the team managing only 63 runs for 2.#west_indies_women #deandra_dottin #ireland_women #gaby_lewis #orla_prendergast
