New Zealand captain Amelia Kerr. | Photo Credit: GETTY IMAGES

Defending champion New Zealand faces Scotland in a must-win Group B encounter at the County Ground in Bristol on Tuesday. Having recovered from a difficult start with a nervy victory over Ireland, the White Ferns need another win to stay firmly in the race for the semifinals. Scotland, meanwhile, will look to build on an encouraging campaign that has featured a win over Ireland and competitive performances against stronger opposition. Follow Sportstar’s live score, ball-by-ball commentary and key updates from the Women’s T20 World Cup 2026.

Squads:

Scotland Women Squad: Darcey Carter, Katherine Fraser, Kathryn Bryce(c), Sarah Bryce(w), Megan McColl, Priyanaz Chatterji, Pippa Sproul, Kirstie Gordon, Chloe Abel, Hannah Rainey, Gabriella Fontenla, Ailsa Lister, Rachel Slater, Olivia Bell, Maisie Maceira

New Zealand Women Squad: Isabella Gaze(w), Georgia Plimmer, Amelia Kerr(c), Maddy Green, Brooke Halliday, Izzy Sharp, Suzie Bates, Jess Kerr, Nensi Patel, Rosemary Mair, Bree Illing, Sophie Devine, Lea Tahuhu, Polly Inglis, Flora Devonshire

Published on Jun 23, 2026