Sri Lanka overcome Scotland in a tough chase to secure second win

ICC Women’s Emerging Nations Trophy 2026

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ICC Women’s Emerging Nations Trophy 2026

Sri Lanka edged past Scotland to register their second win in the ICC Women’s Emerging Nations Trophy 2026 in a closely contested encounter played today (13th November) at the Karwan Cricket Grounds in Ajman.

Having won the toss, Sri Lanka elected to bowl first and restricted Scotland to 111/8 in their allotted 20 overs. Darcey Carter top-scored for Scotland with a fighting knock of 62 runs, while Sugandika Kumari and Sathya Sandeepani led the Sri Lankan bowling attack with two wickets each.

Chasing a target of 112, Sri Lanka faced a challenging run chase but managed to cross the finish line in the 19th over with four wickets remaining.

Vishmi Gunarathne once again anchored the Sri Lankan innings with a crucial knock of 49 runs off 41 deliveries, including three fours and a six, playing a key role in guiding her side to victory.

Brief Scores

Scotland – 111/8 (20) Darcey Carter 62, Sugandika Kumari 2/15, Sathya Sandeepani 2/18

 

Sri Lanka – 115/6 (18.1) Vishmi Gunarathne 49, Harshitha Samarawickrama 24, Abtaha Maqsood 3/18

 

Result – Sri Lanka won by 4 wickets