England secures victory over Ireland in Women's T20 World Cup match
Sky Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 16, 2026, 9:57 PM
Last updated Jun 16, 2026
England continued their strong start in the Women's T20 World Cup with a four-wicket victory over Ireland on June 16, 2026. After a challenging start, losing three wickets for just 35 runs, England's Nat Sciver-Brunt scored 48 runs before retiring as a precaution due to a calf issue. Ireland posted 118 runs, with Sophie Ecclestone taking three wickets to limit their scoring. England chased down the target, finishing at 119 for 6 in 17.3 overs, putting them closer to a semi-final spot from Group B.
- •England improves to two wins from two matches in the tournament.
- •Nat Sciver-Brunt retired with 48 runs, citing precaution over calf tightness.
- •Sophie Ecclestone took 3 wickets for 22 runs, helping restrict Ireland to 118 runs.
- •England chased down the target with 14 balls to spare.
- •Ireland scored 118-9 in their innings, with Louise Little contributing 26 not out.
"England made it two wins from two to start the Women's T20 World Cup despite a curious batting display, in which Nat Sciver-Bunt retired herself out with the victory line in sight.
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