Ireland one game away from T20 World Cup after win over Scotland

Gaby Lewis and Orla Prendergast produced heroic batting performances to inspire Ireland to a 19-run victory over Scotland and move one game away from the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup

PARTNERSHIP: Gaby Lewis and Orla Prendergast produced heroic batting performances for Ireland. Pic: Abu Dhabi Cricket & Sports Hub

Under intensively hot conditions, Ireland’s Gaby Lewis and Orla Prendergast produced heroic batting performances to inspire Ireland Women to a 19-run victory over Scotland and ensuring a semi-finals berth at the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup Qualifier today.

Both players scored rapid-fire half-centuries in a dominant batting performance by the Irish top-order in temperatures tipping mid-40s celsius. Ireland’s bowlers then followed up the batting display with a professional performance, with Jane Maguire (2-19) and Cara Murray (2-27) excelling, while Arlene Kelly (1-19) looked dangerous with her in-swingers.