Scotland Women
ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026
Kathryn Bryce's Scotland return for their second Women's T20 World Cup — this time on English pitches they know well. With ex-England spinner Kirstie Gordon in the attack and a British Isles derby against Ireland on day one, Scotland have the ingredients to make a real impression in Group 2.
Squad
| Player | Role |
|---|---|
| Kathryn BryceKey | Captain / All-rounder |
| Kirstie GordonKey | Left-arm Spin Bowler |
| Sarah BryceKey | Wicket-keeper / Batter |
| Abbi CrossKey | Batter |
| Priyanaz Chatterji | Off-spin Bowler |
| Lorna Jack | Fast Bowler |
| Rachel Slater | Fast Bowler |
| Ailsa Lister | Batter |
| Eve Jones | All-rounder |
| Katherine Fraser | Batter |
| Megan McColl | All-rounder |
| Samantha Haggo | Wicket-keeper / Batter |
| Chloe Abel | Batter |
| Becky Glen | Left-arm Spin Bowler |
| Patricia Davidson | All-rounder |
Group 2 Fixtures
Scotland Women vs 🇮🇪 Ireland
British Isles derby opener
Scotland Women vs 
West Indies
Scotland Women vs 🏴 England
Scotland Women vs 🇳🇿 New Zealand
Scotland Women vs 🇱🇰 Sri Lanka
Key match for qualification hopes
T20 World Cup History
| Year | Result |
|---|---|
| 2024 | Group stage exit (Bangladesh) |
Scotland Women made their Women's T20 World Cup debut in 2024 in Bangladesh, qualifying through the ICC Women's T20 World Cup Global Qualifier. The 2026 tournament on home soil in England is their second appearance and gives them a genuine home advantage they have never had before at a global event.
FAQs
Who is the Scotland Women T20 World Cup 2026 captain?
Kathryn Bryce captains Scotland Women at the 2026 ICC Women's T20 World Cup. Bryce is Scotland's most complete cricketer — a dangerous all-rounder who can both take wickets at the top of the innings and score crucial runs in the middle order. She has been the driving force behind Scotland's qualification for back-to-back Women's T20 World Cups.
What group are Scotland Women in at T20 WC 2026?
Scotland Women are in Group 2 at the 2026 Women's T20 World Cup alongside hosts England, defending champions New Zealand, West Indies, Sri Lanka and Ireland. Scotland open against Ireland in a British Isles derby at Old Trafford on June 13. Their most realistic chances of a win are against Ireland and potentially Sri Lanka.
Who is Kirstie Gordon?
Kirstie Gordon is one of Scotland's most high-profile players — a left-arm spin bowler who spent several years playing for England Women before switching allegiances to Scotland. Her experience of top-level women's cricket makes her Scotland's most potent bowling threat at the 2026 Women's T20 World Cup.
Has Scotland Women played in the T20 World Cup before?
Scotland Women made their Women's T20 World Cup debut in 2024 in Bangladesh, where they competed in the group stage. The 2026 edition in England is their second appearance at the global tournament, and playing on home pitches in England gives them a unique advantage that could help upset one of the established nations.
When do Scotland Women play England at T20 WC 2026?
Scotland Women vs England Women is on Friday 20 June 2026 at Headingley, Leeds, starting at 18:30 BST. It will be a day/night match and one of the most anticipated fixtures in Group 2 — a home nations clash at one of England's most iconic cricket grounds.
Quick Facts
- Captain
- Kathryn Bryce
- Key bowler
- Kirstie Gordon
- Group
- Group 2
- WC appearances
- 2nd (debut 2024)
- Opening match
- vs Ireland, Jun 13
- Home nations clash
- vs England, Jun 20
Key Player
Kirstie Gordon
Left-arm Spin Bowler
A former England Women player who switched to Scotland, Gordon is Scotland's most experienced and dangerous bowler. Her left-arm spin is a genuine wicket-taking option against any batting line-up, and her experience of playing against the world's best makes her Scotland's most valuable asset.