SL-W vs SCO-W Match 25 Results

9:19 PM IST Goodbye from Manchester - That's a wrap from an absorbing contest. Sri Lanka just edged past Scotland, who once again came agonisingly close but bow out of the World Cup with plenty to be proud of after a series of spirited performances. The action continues with a triple-header on Saturday, 27th June. It all begins with Pakistan taking on Netherlands at 9.30 am GMT. That will be followed by the clash between West Indies and Ireland at 1.30 pm GMT, with the Windies needing just a win to seal a semi-final spot. Any other result could open the door for Sri Lanka or New Zealand. The final game of the day sees New Zealand face hosts England at 5.30 pm GMT, with England already through to the semi-finals from Group B. As always, you can join us well before the first ball for all the build-up, analysis and team news. Until then, take care and goodbye!

9:12 PM IST The victorious skipper of Sri Lanka Women - Chamari Athapaththu begins by congratulating Scotland on the way they played. She says her side played good cricket but admits she is disappointed with the batting performance. She feels her side did not handle pressure well and says they need to improve significantly with the bat going forward. Mentions that she came out with the intent of boosting the team's net run rate, but unfortunately, could not carry on after her aggressive start. She also praises Nilakshika Silva and a few others for their efforts in the field before adding that, at the end of the day, the team simply needs to improve its cricket in all departments. Athapaththu says reaching the semifinals was the team's target, but admits the defeat to West Indies proved costly. On her own future, Athapaththu says whether she features at the 2028 T20 World Cup will depend on both her performances and fitness.

9:07 PM IST The captain of Scotland Women - Kathryn Bryce says a Super Over did cross her mind and felt a couple of dot balls could have changed everything. She admits the defeat is heartbreaking, especially with Scotland finding themselves in winning positions in three matches without managing to get over the line. At the same time, she expresses pride in the way the team fought back, particularly through the middle overs after Chamari Athapaththu's innings. She adds that captaining the side has been a valuable learning experience and credits her teammates for their support throughout the tournament. While direct qualification for the 2028 Women's T20 World Cup would have meant a lot, she says Scotland still have plenty of cricket ahead to look forward to. She also heaps praise on Darcey Carter, calling her an unbelievable player who always plays with a smile on her face, and says the team will now focus on what comes next.

9:04 PM IST Dropped chances proved costly - Scotland Women were a little inconsistent with the ball early on, offering too many loose deliveries, but Rachel Slater struck early before Katherine Fraser removed the opposition captain in a crucial breakthrough. Captain Kathryn Bryce once again inspired her side with a double strike in the middle overs, while Fraser added another wicket to keep the contest alive. Scotland fought back brilliantly to leave Sri Lanka needing 17 from the final two overs, but a couple of costly dropped catches from Gabriella Fontenla proved decisive as a famous victory slipped agonisingly through their fingers.

9:03 PM IST Scotland posted a fighting total - Earlier in the game, Scotland Women battled their way to a competitive total, with useful contributions throughout the innings. Kathryn Bryce and Darcey Carter played important supporting roles, but it was Sarah Bryce who anchored the innings with a composed unbeaten 47, while Lister's 26 off 17 balls helped push the total beyond the 150-run mark. For Sri Lanka Women, Mithali Ayodhya was once again the standout with two wickets, while Sugandika Kumari and Kavisha Dilhari claimed one apiece. However, they were unable to finish strongly with the ball, conceding valuable runs at the death.

9:03 PM IST Sri Lanka survive a scare to get over the line - Sri Lanka made a flying start, with captain Chamari Athapaththu setting the tone through a blistering 33 off just 16 balls. However, her dismissal before the end of the Powerplay sparked a collapse as they slipped from 57/2 to 78/4. Hasini Perera and Harshitha Samarawickrama played vital hands to keep the chase alive, while Kavisha Dilhari and Kaushini Nuthyangana chipped in with useful contributions. But it was Nilakshika Silva who held her nerve under pressure, guiding Sri Lanka home with a composed match-winning knock.