New Zealand Women (NZ W) will face Scotland Women (SCO W) in Match No. 19 of the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 on June 23 at the County Ground in Bristol.
New Zealand Women currently occupy third place in the Group B standings, having secured one win and suffered two defeats from their three matches. The defending champions kept their campaign alive with a crucial victory after back-to-back losses earlier in the tournament. With the race for the semifinals heating up, the White Ferns will be keen to build momentum and strengthen their qualification chances with another important win.
Scotland Women, meanwhile, sit fourth in the table with one victory and two defeats from three outings. Despite showing plenty of fight throughout the competition, Scotland have struggled to string together consistent performances.
NZ W vs SCO W Match Details
| Match | New Zealand Women vs Scotland Women, Match 19, Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 |
| Date and Time (IST) | Tuesday, June 23, 2026, 10:30 AM (IST) |
| Venue |
County Ground, Bristol
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| Broadcast and Live Streaming | Click here to watch NZ W vs SCO W Live Stream on Sports Live Hub (SLH) |
County Ground, Bristol Pitch Report
The pitch at the County Ground, Bristol is known to be a batting friendly pitch with smaller boundaries. This might play a huge role in favour of batters. But, in a match between West Indies W and Sri Lanka W, the pitch was a challenging one to bat.
NZ W vs SCO W Head to Head Record
This will be the first-ever T20I encounter between the two sides.
NZ W vs SCO W Predicted Playing XIs
New Zealand Women (NZ W):
Isabella Gaze(w), Georgia Plimmer, Amelia Kerr(c), Sophie Devine, Maddy Green, Brooke Halliday, Izzy Sharp, Jess Kerr, Nensi Patel, Rosemary Mair, Bree Illing
Scotland Women (SCO W):
Darcey Carter, Katherine Fraser, Kathryn Bryce(c), Sarah Bryce(w), Megan McColl, Pippa Sproul, Priyanaz Chatterji, Kirstie Gordon, Chloe Abel, Hannah Rainey, Gabriella Fontenla
NZ W vs SCO W Probable Best Performers of the Match
Probable Best Batter: Sophie Devine
Sophie Devine could be the key batter for New Zealand Women in this crucial encounter against Scotland Women. With New Zealand under immense pressure, Sophie Devine will look to step up and take her side into a safe position. She missed New Zealand’s last game due to illness and will be eager to make a strong return.
Probable Best Bowler: Kirstie Gordon
Kirstie Gordon will be the bowler to watch out for in this clash against New Zealand. She has been tremendous for Scotland in this tournament, picking up six wickets in just three matches with a bowling average of 13.67.
FAQs – NZ W vs SCO W Match Prediction, Women’s T20 World Cup 2026
1. When and where will the New Zealand Women vs Scotland Women match be played?
The Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 Match 19 between New Zealand Women and Scotland Women will be played on Tuesday, June 23, 2026, at the County Ground, Bristol. The match is scheduled to begin at 10:30 AM IST.
2. Where can fans watch the NZ W vs SCO W match live?
Fans can watch the live telecast on JioStar Network channels, while live streaming will be available through the JioHotstar app and website.
3. What is the head-to-head record between New Zealand Women and Scotland Women?
This will be the first-ever T20 International meeting between New Zealand Women and Scotland Women, making it a historic encounter in Women’s T20 cricket.
4. Who are the key players to watch in the NZ W vs SCO W match?
Sophie Devine is expected to be a crucial batter for New Zealand Women, while Amelia Kerr remains a key all-round threat. For Scotland Women, captain Kathryn Bryce and spinner Kirstie Gordon could play important roles in determining the outcome of the match.
5. Who is likely to win the NZ W vs SCO W match?
New Zealand Women enter the contest as favourites due to their greater experience, stronger squad depth, and success at major ICC tournaments. However, Scotland Women have shown resilience throughout the competition and could pose a serious challenge if their key players perform well.
Today’s Match Prediction: New Zealand Women to win the match
Disclaimer: The prediction is based on the understanding, analysis, and instinct of the author. While making your prediction, consider the points mentioned, and make your own decision.
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