Women’s ODI World Cup Qualifiers: Pakistan and West Indies Achieve Thrilling Victories

Key Takeaways

Muneeba Ali and Aliya Riaz were instrumental in Pakistan’s victory over Scotland.
Hayley Matthews showcased her bowling prowess with four wickets against Ireland.
Scotland set a target of 186 runs, but Pakistan chased it down effectively.
West Indies faced early challenges but managed to secure a narrow win.
Both matches were crucial in the ongoing 2025 Women’s ODI World Cup Qualifiers.

Lahore, April 11 (NationPress) Significant contributions from Muneeba Ali and Aliya Riaz enabled Pakistan to achieve a six-wicket victory against Scotland during a rain-affected match in the 2025 Women’s ODI World Cup Qualifiers. Simultaneously, West Indies captain Hayley Matthews delivered another stellar performance with a four-wicket haul, leading her team to a narrow win over Ireland by just six runs on Friday.

At the Lahore City Cricket Association Ground, Diana Baig and Sadia Iqbal provided Pakistan with a strong start by dismissing openers Abbi Aitken-Drummond (1) and Pippa Sproul (9) respectively. The Bryce sisters, Kathryn and Sarah, added 51 runs for the third wicket before the latter was out for 21, courtesy of Nashra Sandhu. Ailsa Lister contributed a quick 31 before falling to Sadia.

Kathryn was pivotal in Scotland’s batting lineup, scoring a crucial 91 runs off 96 balls, featuring 10 boundaries and a six. She became Fatima’s fourth wicket in the final over, with Priyanaz Chatterji and Chloe Abel quickly following her back to the pavilion as Scotland finished with 186/9 in 32 overs.

In response, Pakistan faced early setbacks with the losses of Gull Feroza (2) and Sidra Amin (7). However, Muneeba’s 71 and Aliya’s 68 restored stability, as they formed a 95-run partnership for the third wicket. A tense finish ensued as Muneeba fell to Chloe while Fatima was dismissed by Rachel Slater for seven.

Aliya, the experienced all-rounder, maintained her composure and remained not out at 68, guiding Pakistan to victory with eight balls remaining, marking their second win in the tournament.

Meanwhile, at Gaddafi Stadium, rain shortened the match to 33 overs per side. The West Indies suffered early losses of Hayley (23) and Qiana Joseph (4), leaving them at 29/2 within six overs. They regrouped, with Zaida James (36) and Stafanie Taylor (46) putting together 87 runs for the third wicket.

Jane Maguire took out both players in three deliveries during the 24th over and then dismissed Shabika Gajnabi cheaply. All-rounder Chinelle Henry finished unbeaten with 46 runs off 36 balls, including two fours and a six, leading the West Indies to a total of 181/6.

Ireland began their innings with a solid 57-run partnership for the first wicket before West Indies made a comeback. Captain Gaby Lewis fell for 17, giving Hayley her first wicket. Amy Hunter was the top scorer with 48 before being bowled by Afy Fletcher. Aaliyah Alleyne claimed critical wickets of Laura Delany (32) and Christina Coulter Reilly (26), putting Ireland in a precarious position. Arlene Kelly managed to score 18 runs before being the last wicket to fall, as the West Indies clinched a narrow win.

Brief Scores: Scotland 186/9 in 32 overs (Kathryn Bryce 91, Ailsa Lister 31; Fatima Sana 4-23) lost to Pakistan 190/4 in 30.4 overs (Muneeba Ali 71, Aliya Riaz 68 not out; Chloe Abel 2-42) by six wickets

West Indies 181/6 in 33 overs (Chinelle Henry 46 not out, Stafanie Taylor 46; Jane Maguire 3-35) defeated Ireland 175 all out in 32.2 overs (Amy Hunter 48, Laura Delany 32; Hayley Matthews 4-24) by six runs