Scotland falls short against West Indies in T20 World Cup clash
BBC Sport • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 18, 2026, 9:12 PM
Last updated Jun 18, 2026
In a closely contested T20 World Cup match on June 18 at Headingley, Scotland fell just short against West Indies, losing by seven runs. West Indies set a total of 153 for 6, bolstered by Stafanie Taylor's explosive 47 not out off 19 balls. Scotland's chase of 154 was marked by a dramatic collapse where they lost four wickets for just seven runs, ultimately finishing at 146 all out. Key contributions from Darcey Carter, who scored 59, and Ailsa Lister, who added 33, kept Scotland in the game until the end. Scotland's next challenge will be against England on Saturday, while West Indies will face Sri Lanka on Sunday.
- •West Indies scored 153-6 in 20 overs, Taylor not out on 47.
- •Scotland responded with 146 all out in 20 overs.
- •Carter top-scored for Scotland with 59 runs.
- •Scotland conceded four wickets for seven runs in a critical phase.
- •Scotland plays England next; West Indies face Sri Lanka.
- 10:03 PMBBC Sport — West Indies edge Scotland in thrilling contest
- 9:28 PMBBC Sport — Scotland fall short of famous win over Windies
- 9:12 PMYahoo Sports — Scotland fall short of famous win over Windies
"Scotland come up agonisingly short of a famous victory at the T20 World Cup as West Indies somehow come through to win a tumultuous game at Headingley.
"Scotland come up agonisingly short of a famous victory at the T20 World Cup as West Indies somehow come through to win a tumultuous game at Headingley.
"Watch the highlights as Scotland fall agonisingly short of a famous victory against West Indies at the T20 World Cup at Headingley.
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External links- BBC SportJun 18, 2026, 10:03 PMWest Indies edge Scotland in thrilling contest
Watch the highlights as Scotland fall agonisingly short of a famous victory against West Indies at the T20 World Cup at Headingley.
- BBC SportJun 18, 2026, 9:28 PMScotland fall short of famous win over Windies
Scotland come up agonisingly short of a famous victory at the T20 World Cup as West Indies somehow come through to win a tumultuous game at Headingley.
- Yahoo SportsJun 18, 2026, 9:12 PMScotland fall short of famous win over Windies
Scotland come up agonisingly short of a famous victory at the T20 World Cup as West Indies somehow come through to win a tumultuous game at Headingley.
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