ICC Women’s CWCQ 2025 Day 6 wrap: Ireland get their first win, Bangladesh remain unbeaten

Ireland clinch first win of the tournament

THAILAND V IRELAND, SCORECARD

A superb all-round show from Ireland got them their first win of the ICC Women's Cricket World Cup 2025 Qualifier by 46 runs.

Gaby Lewis, Amy Hunter and Leah Paul struck brilliant half-centuries as they posted 305/4 on the board, while Louise Little's magnificent maiden ODI five-wicket haul sealed the deal for Ireland.

Ireland won the toss and opted to bat first, aiming to secure their maiden win of the tournament. Openers Sarah Forbes and Gaby Lewis provided a solid foundation with an 88-run stand before Forbes was bowled by Suleeporn Laomi.

Amy Hunter then joined Lewis at the crease and kept the momentum going with a fluent 56-run partnership. Lewis anchored the innings with a superb 75 before being dismissed by Thipatcha Putthawong.

Orla Prendergast chipped in with a quickfire 21, while Hunter continued her fine form, compiling a brilliant 76 off 71 balls. At 218-4, Lena Paul and Laura Delany came together to build an unbeaten 87-run stand. Paul finished strong with an explosive 67* off just 40 deliveries.

With three half-centuries and valuable contributions throughout the batting lineup, Ireland posted a commanding total of 305/4.

Thailand began their chase with a steady 34-run opening partnership, but the tide quickly turned as Ireland struck with four quick wickets, reducing them to 76-4. Naruemol Chaiwai and Phannita Maya then steadied the innings with a resilient 90-run stand, offering a glimmer of hope.

However, momentum shifted again when Chaiwai was bowled by Sophie MacMahon for 37, and just three balls later, Louise Little removed Phannita Maya for 43. Suwanan Khiaoto kept Thailand in the contest with a spirited 59 off 50 balls, but the target proved too steep.

Thailand were eventually bowled out for 259, falling short by 46 runs. Louise Little was named Player of the Match for her impressive five-wicket haul, as Ireland celebrated their first win of the tournament.

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SCOTLAND V BANGLADESH, SCORECARD

Bangladesh continued their impressive run at the ICC Women's Cricket World Cup 2025 Qualifier, with a 34-run win against Scotland in Lahore.

Skipper Nigar Sultana Joty was once again the star for Bangladesh with the bat, remaining unbeaten on 83 as Bangladesh posted their highest-ever Women's ODI total. Nahida Akter's brilliant four-wicket haul sealed the deal as they defended the score by 34 runs to go atop the standings.

Bangladesh won the toss and chose to bat first against Scotland, aiming to maintain their unbeaten streak in the tournament. The match began evenly, with both sides competing hard, but it was Scotland's Priyanaz Chatterji who drew first blood by dismissing opener Ishma Tanjim.

Sharmin Akhter then joined Fargana Hoque at the crease, continuing her strong form as the duo put together a crucial 103-run partnership. Sharmin was eventually dismissed for 57 by Kathryn Bryce, and Hoque followed shortly after, falling to Chloe Abel.

Skipper Nigar Sultana Joty led from the front with a blistering knock of 83 off just 59 balls. Despite limited support from the middle order, Bangladesh managed to post a strong total of 276, thanks to three half-centuries and useful contributions throughout the lineup.

Bangladesh began their defense strongly, with Marufa Akter delivering a stunning delivery to dismiss Abbi Aitken-Drummond early. Nahida Akter soon joined the action, claiming the crucial wickets of Scotland captain Kathryn Bryce and Pippa Sproul, leaving Scotland in deep trouble at 31/3. A brief rebuilding effort was cut short when Ailsa Lister was run out for 18, adding further pressure to the Scottish chase.

Sarah Bryce tried to steady the chase but her efforts ultimately went inain after she hit one straight back to Jannatul Ferdus, who caught it with ease. Megan McColl and Katherine Fraser were dismissed for measly figures of 5 and 8 respectively, further denting Scotland's stride.

Just when things were looking done, Priyanaz Chatterji and Rachel Slater combined to add a blazing 115-run stand for the eighth wicket, a record partnership in Women's ODIs and the first record for partnerships for any wicket in women's ODIs held by Scotland.

The aforementioned pair notched up half-centuries each as Scotland eventually finished on 242/9 after their alloted quota of 50 overs.

Nahida Akter led with the ball for Bangladesh, picking up 4-40 from her 10 overs.

Bangladesh will now face West Indies on April 17, while Scotland will be in action against Ireland on April 18.