West Indies Hold Nerve to Edge Scotland in Thrilling T20 World Cup Opener

In a gripping start to their Women's T20 World Cup 2026 campaign, the West Indies secured a narrow victory over Scotland at the Sir Vivian Richards Stadium. Chasing a modest target of 128, the Caribbean side stumbled early but found a hero in all-rounder Hayley Matthews, whose unbeaten 47 off 38 balls steered them home with three wickets in hand. Scotland, led by captain Kathryn Bryce, had earlier posted a competitive 127 for 6 after being put in to bat, thanks to a gritty 34 from opener Sarah B...