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Sri Lanka's T20 World Cup Hopes Hang By A Thread
26 Jun
Summary
- Chamari Athapaththu's century kept Sri Lanka's World Cup hopes alive.
- Sri Lanka needs to win and rely on other teams for semi-final chances.
- Scotland, though eliminated, can still influence the semi-final race.
The ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026 is heading to Old Trafford in Manchester for a crucial Group B match between Sri Lanka Women and Scotland Women.
Sri Lanka's semi-final aspirations are precarious, significantly boosted by captain Chamari Athapaththu's unbeaten 106 against Ireland. This stunning performance kept their hopes alive, though they now depend on other match outcomes and a superior net run rate.
Veteran spinner Athapaththu has been instrumental, supported by Nilakshika Silva's consistent batting and the effective spin attack of Mithali Ayodhya, Kavisha Dilhari, and Sugandika Kumari.
Scotland, despite being eliminated, has displayed commendable performances throughout the tournament, including close contests against West Indies and New Zealand. They have proven capable of challenging stronger teams and aim to finish their campaign strongly.
Young batter Darcey Carter has been a standout for Scotland, supported by Sarah Bryce. Kirstie Gordon and Kathryn Bryce have also been effective with the ball. Both teams are also vying for direct qualification spots in the 2028 Women's T20 World Cup.
