Kirsty Gordon aims for Scotland upset at T20 World Cup opener
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 12, 2026, 11:35 AM
Last updated Jun 12, 2026
Kirsty Gordon returns to international cricket with Scotland, facing Ireland in the T20 World Cup at Old Trafford this Saturday. After a career with England, Gordon switched allegiance back to Scotland in December 2025. Despite a back injury delaying her return, she recently took 3-27 in a win over the Netherlands. Gordon expressed a strong desire to compete and contribute to Scotland's success as the team prepares for the tournament, highlighting the progress of women's cricket in Scotland and her excitement to reconnect with teammates.
- •Kirsty Gordon plays her first T20 World Cup match for Scotland on Saturday.
- •She previously played for England, including at the 2018 T20 World Cup.
- •Gordon recently performed well, taking 3-27 against the Netherlands.
- •Scotland’s women's cricket has seen increased professionalism and competition.
- •The team is looking to build on recent successes and challenge opponents.
- 11:35 AMYahoo Sports — The former England cricketer eyeing World Cup impact with Scotland
- 11:35 AMBBC Sport — The former England cricketer eyeing World Cup impact with Scotland
"Former England international Kirsty Gordon is back in the Scotland fold and eyeing an upset against her old team-mates at the T20 World Cup.
"Former England international Kirsty Gordon is back in the Scotland fold and eyeing an upset against her old team-mates at the T20 World Cup.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 12, 2026, 11:35 AMThe former England cricketer eyeing World Cup impact with Scotland
Former England international Kirsty Gordon is back in the Scotland fold and eyeing an upset against her old team-mates at the T20 World Cup.
- BBC SportJun 12, 2026, 11:35 AMThe former England cricketer eyeing World Cup impact with Scotland
Former England international Kirsty Gordon is back in the Scotland fold and eyeing an upset against her old team-mates at the T20 World Cup.
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