West Indies hold on for seven-run victory over Scotland in T20 World Cup

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West Indies hold on for seven-run victory over Scotland in T20 World Cup
Summary

The West Indies defeated Scotland by seven runs at Headingley in the Women's T20 World Cup. Scotland needed 154 runs to win and came close at 132-5 but were all out for 146 after Aaliyah Alleyne took three wickets in the 19th over. Stafanie Taylor contributed an unbeaten 47 runs for the West Indies, helping them to a total of 153-6. The win keeps the West Indies unbeaten in the tournament, with only England matching their two wins in Group 2.

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  • •West Indies posted 153-6 in their innings.
  • •Scotland needed 154 runs to win the match.
  • •Aaliyah Alleyne took three crucial wickets for the West Indies.
  • •Stafanie Taylor scored 47 runs off 19 balls.
  • •Both teams are competing in Group 2 of the tournament.
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The West Indies overcame Scotland by seven runs and stayed unbeaten at the Women's T20 World Cup after a madcap match at Headingley.

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