Ireland make it two from two at T20 World Cup Qualifier

ROLLING ON: Ireland Women beat Netherlands to make it back-to-back victories. 

Ireland Women beat Netherlands Women by eight wickets to make it two wins from two games so far at the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup European Qualifier.

Ireland Women’s second game at the qualifier event began with Netherlands Women winning the toss and choosing to bat first as had happened in the opening game on Wednesday.

The Netherlands posted 137 for 6 from their 20 overs, with Heather Siegers (27) and Phebe Molkenboer (27) the top scorers for the home side. Laura Delany (2-19) and Arlene Kelly (1-26) were the key bowlers for Ireland. Kelly was also involved in a catch and a run out.

In response, Ireland Women scored 141-2; chasing down the total with four balls remaining. Gaby Lewis led the way with the bat scoring 66 not out from 52 deliveries. Other contributions included Orla Prendergast (28), Amy Hunter (21) and Leah Paul (17*).

The win marks two wins in two games so far at the qualifier event for Lloyd Tennant’s side. Ireland Women next play Italy Women on Saturday, 23 August 2025 at 10am Irish time.