Women's T20 WC 2026: SL vs SCO match time, venue, squads and where to watch
Synopsis
Sri Lanka's 2026 Women's T20 World Cup campaign comes down to one match — beat Scotland at Old Trafford on 26 June and hope West Indies slip against Ireland. Captain Chamari Athapaththu's unbeaten century in the previous game has reignited belief, but qualification is no longer in Sri Lanka's own hands.
Key Takeaways
Sri Lanka face Scotland in a must-win Group B match at Old Trafford, Manchester on 26 June 2026 at 11:00 PM IST .
Sri Lanka need to win and require West Indies to lose to Ireland to advance to the semi-finals.
Captain Chamari Athapaththu scored an unbeaten century in Sri Lanka's previous nine-wicket win over Ireland.
Scotland are already eliminated but remain dangerous, with Kathryn Bryce , Darcey Carter , and Kirstie Gordon as key threats.
The match will be broadcast on Star Sports and live-streamed on JioHotstar .
Sri Lanka face a must-win clash against Scotland in their final Group B fixture of the 2026 Women's T20 World Cup at Old Trafford, Manchester on Friday, 26 June, with their semi-final hopes hinging on results elsewhere. The match gets underway at 11:00 PM IST.
The Qualification Picture
England have already sealed top spot in Group B and a place in the last four. The remaining semi-final berth is being contested by Sri Lanka, defending champions New Zealand, and the West Indies. For Sri Lanka, victory over Scotland is a necessary but not sufficient condition — they also need West Indies to lose to Ireland in the other Group B fixture.
Sri Lanka's Form and Stakes
Sri Lanka head into the contest buoyed by a commanding nine-wicket win over Ireland in their previous match. Their bowlers set the tone by restricting the Irish batting line-up to a modest total, before captain Chamari Athapaththu delivered a magnificent unbeaten century to close out the chase with ease. That result kept Sri Lanka's campaign alive and restored belief in the squad heading into this decisive encounter.
Anything less than a win on Friday will bring Sri Lanka's World Cup campaign to an abrupt end, making this one of the most high-stakes fixtures of the group stage.
Scotland's Threat Despite Early Elimination
Scotland may already be eliminated from knockout contention, but they have produced competitive performances throughout the tournament and will be determined to end their World Cup campaign on a positive note. Captain Kathryn Bryce, batter Darcey Carter, and spinner Kirstie Gordon have been among Scotland's standout performers and are capable of posing a genuine challenge in a pressure fixture.
Broadcast and Streaming Details
The SL vs SCO match will be broadcast live on Star Sports channels in India. JioHotstar will stream the game live on its app and website for viewers who prefer the digital route.
Full Squads
Sri Lanka: Chamari Athapaththu (c), Hasini Perera, Vishmi Gunarathne, Harshitha Samarawickrama, Imesha Dulani, Nilakshika Silva, Kaveesha Dilhari, Hansima Karunarathne, Kaushini Nuthyangana, Sugandika Dassanayaka, Nimasha Madushani, Kawya Kavindi, Malki Madara, Mithali Ayodhya, Chethana Vimukthi.
Scotland: Kathryn Bryce (c), Chloe Abel, Olivia Bell, Sarah Bryce, Darcey Carter, Priyanaz Chatterji, Gabriella Fontenla, Katherine Fraser, Kirstie Gordon, Ailsa Lister, Maisie Maceira, Hannah Rainey, Megan McColl, Rachel Slater, Pippa Sproul.
Point of View
But it arrived a game too late to put qualification in Athapaththu's own hands. Scotland, with nothing to lose, are precisely the kind of opposition that can play without pressure and upset a nervous favourite. If Sri Lanka do go through, it will be despite their own scheduling of form, not because of it — a warning sign heading into the knockouts.
NationPress
25 Jun 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
When and where is the Sri Lanka vs Scotland Women's T20 World Cup 2026 match?
The match is scheduled for Friday, 26 June 2026, at Old Trafford Cricket Ground in Manchester, with the first ball at 11:00 PM IST.
Where can I watch SL vs SCO live in India?
The match will be broadcast live on Star Sports channels in India. JioHotstar will provide live streaming on its app and website.
What does Sri Lanka need to qualify for the semi-finals?
Sri Lanka must beat Scotland and also require West Indies to lose their Group B match against Ireland. A Sri Lanka win alone is not enough — both results must go their way.
How has Sri Lanka performed in the 2026 Women's T20 World Cup so far?
Sri Lanka's most recent result was a dominant nine-wicket victory over Ireland, in which captain Chamari Athapaththu scored an unbeaten century. That win kept their semi-final hopes alive heading into the final group game.
Who are Scotland's key players to watch against Sri Lanka?
Captain Kathryn Bryce, batter Darcey Carter, and spinner Kirstie Gordon have been Scotland's standout performers in the 2026 Women's T20 World Cup and are expected to pose the biggest challenge to Sri Lanka.
