IRE-W vs WI-W, Womens T20 WC, 27 June 2026- Ireland Women Shocked West Indies Women by 6 Wickets in Women's T20 World Cup Thriller

West Indies Post Competitive 128/7

After being put into bat, West Indies struggled to build momentum despite useful contributions from several batters.

Captain Hayley Matthews scored 22, while all-rounder Stafanie Taylor added 16. All-rounder Deandra Dottin chipped in with 21 before Chinelle Henry played an unbeaten late cameo of 27 off 21 balls to lift the Caribbean Womens side to 128/7 in their 20 overs.

Ireland's bowling attack remained disciplined throughout the innings. Cara Murray was the standout performer, finishing with 2 wickets for just 13 runs in her four overs. Aimee Maguire also impressed with figures of 2/22, while Orla Prendergast, Jane Maguire, and Arlene Kelly picked up one wicket each.

Orla Prendergast Leads Ireland's Chase

Ireland's reply began steadily with Amy Hunter scoring 28 before falling after adding an important opening stand. Captain Gaby Lewis managed only 9, but Orla Prendergast took complete control of the chase.

Prendergast played a superb innings of 63 off 44 balls, smashing eight fours and two sixes at a strike rate of over 143. Her aggressive batting shifted the momentum firmly in Ireland's favour.

After her dismissal, Rebecca Stokell remained unbeaten on 16, while Louise Little finished the chase with an unbeaten four as Ireland crossed the target with 11 balls to spare.

West Indies Bowlers Struggle

West Indies' bowlers found it difficult to contain Ireland's middle order. Ashmini Munisar claimed two wickets, while Hayley Matthews and Afy Fletcher took one each. However, they failed to stop Prendergast's attacking stroke play as Ireland comfortably sealed victory.

Match Summary

West Indies Women: 128/7 (20 overs)

Chinelle Henry: 27* (21)
Hayley Matthews: 22 (25)
Deandra Dottin: 21 (28)

Ireland Women: 129/4 (18.1 overs)

Orla Prendergast: 63 (44)
Amy Hunter: 28 (32)
Rebecca Stokell: 16* (15)

Ireland Women won by 6 wickets.

Player of the Match

Orla Prendergast (Ireland Women) earned the Player of the Match award for her brilliant all-round performance. She contributed 63 runs off 44 balls and also claimed 1 wicket, playing a decisive role in Ireland's memorable victory.

Key Takeaways
Ireland secured a crucial Group 2 victory with a composed six-wicket win.
Orla Prendergast starred with a match-winning half-century and an important wicket.
Cara Murray's economical spell of 2/13 restricted West Indies to a below-par total.
Chinelle Henry's unbeaten 27 helped West Indies reach 128, but it proved insufficient.

The victory boosts Ireland's hopes of qualifying for the knockout stage while increasing the pressure on West Indies in the remaining group matches.
Ireland will look to build on this momentum as the Women's T20 World Cup group stage intensifies, while West Indies must bounce back quickly to keep their semifinal hopes alive.