New Zealand defeat Scotland by six wickets in a Women’s T20 World Cup semifinal race match, keeping their knockout-stage hopes alive. Scotland post 131, with New Zealand’s bowlers restricting the innings, led by Amelia Kerr. Scotland’s Darcey Carter scores 72, but the innings slows as the match reaches the closing overs and Scotland fail to add enough runs.
In response, New Zealand face an early setback but recover. The chase is secured by a key 101-run partnership between Izzy Sharp and Brooke Halliday. Sharp top-scores with 62, while Halliday contributes 41 not out, guiding New Zealand past Scotland’s total. The win comes despite Scotland’s late efforts to pressure the chase, and it leaves New Zealand with a renewed path in the tournament.
