Easy sailing for Scotland in ICC Women’s WC Qualifier

A representational image of a cricket ball and a bat. — AFP/File

LAHORE: Scotland secured a commanding 58-run victory over Thailand in their ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 Qualifier match at the LCCA Ground on Sunday. After being put into bat, Scotland posted a competitive total of 206 before being all out in 41 overs.

Skipper Kathryn Bryce top-scored with a patient 60. She found solid support from Megan McColl, who contributed 57, while wicketkeeper Ailsa Lister added a quick-fire 38 to help Scotland past the 200-mark.

Thailand’s bowling attack was spearheaded by Thipatcha Putthawong, who claimed 3-28, well supported by Onnicha Kamchomphu’s 3-34. Nattaya Boochatham chipped in with 2-46. In reply, Thailand’s innings never gained the required momentum despite a brilliant fighting knock from Natthakan Chantham, who scored 63. Boochatham (20) and Chanida Sutthiruang (18) were the only other batters to reach double figures as Thailand were dismissed for 148 in 31.3 overs.

Scotland’s bowling attack proved too strong, with Rachel Slater producing exceptional figures of 3-9. She received excellent support from Katherine Fraser (3-28) and Abtaha Maqsood (3-26), while Kannah Tainey picked up 1-30.

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