The clash between Scotland Women and Ireland Women always promises thrilling action. Both teams have closely competed in recent matches, making every encounter unpredictable and exciting. In this blog, we break down the head‑to‑head stats, recent form, key players, and provide a realistic prediction for the upcoming match.
Scotland Women vs Ireland Women WODI Head-to-Head Match Results
- Total WODI matches played: 6
- Ireland Women wins: 5
- Scotland Women wins: 1
- Closest game: Ireland won by 1 wicket in Lahore (Apr 2025)
- Notable Scotland win: 40-run victory in Almeria (Oct 2023)
Looking at the WODI results between Scotland Women and Ireland Women, Ireland clearly leads the rivalry with 5 wins out of 6 matches. Scotland’s only win came in the first match of the 2023 series in Almeria, where they defeated Ireland by 40 runs.
Most of the recent matches have been competitive, especially the thrilling 1-wicket victory for Ireland in Lahore, April 2025, which shows just how close these teams can be. Despite Ireland’s upper hand overall, Scotland has shown the ability to fight back, making every encounter exciting for fans.
| Match Date | Ground | Team 1 | Team 2 | Winner | Margin |
| Apr 18, 2025 | Lahore | IRE Women | SCO Women | IRE Women | 1 wicket |
| Oct 21, 2023 | Almeria | IRE Women | SCO Women | IRE Women | 33 runs |
| Oct 19, 2023 | Almeria | IRE Women | SCO Women | IRE Women | 79 runs |
| Oct 17, 2023 | Almeria | IRE Women | SCO Women | SCO Women | 40 runs |
| Jul 26, 2003 | Amstelveen | IRE Women | SCO Women | IRE Women | 141 runs |
| Aug 11, 2001 | Reading | IRE Women | SCO Women | IRE Women | 6 wickets |
Scotland Women vs Ireland Women WT20I Head-to-Head
In WT20Is, the rivalry between Scotland Women and Ireland Women has been highly competitive and exciting. Both teams have traded wins over the years, with Ireland holding a slight edge overall, but Scotland proving they can dominate on their day.
Some of the most memorable matches include Scotland’s 8-wicket victories in Abu Dhabi (2024) and Almeria (2023), and Ireland’s tight wins by just a few runs or wickets. These results show that WT20I encounters between the two sides are often close and unpredictable, making every match a must-watch for cricket fans.
- Ireland Women wins: 8
- Scotland Women wins: 6
- Closest games: Several decided by fewer than 10 runs or wickets
- Notable Scotland wins: 8-wicket victories in Abu Dhabi (2024) and Almeria (2023)
| Match Date | Ground | Team 1 | Team 2 | Winner | Margin |
| May 5, 2024 | Abu Dhabi | IRE Women | SCO Women | SCO Women | 8 wickets |
| Oct 24, 2023 | Almeria | IRE Women | SCO Women | SCO Women | 8 wickets |
| Oct 23, 2023 | Almeria | IRE Women | SCO Women | IRE Women | 7 wickets |
| Sep 21, 2022 | Tolerance Oval | IRE Women | SCO Women | IRE Women | 19 runs |
| Sep 6, 2022 | Edinburgh | SCO Women | IRE Women | IRE Women | 16 runs |
| Sep 5, 2022 | Edinburgh | SCO Women | IRE Women | IRE Women | 8 wickets |
| Aug 27, 2021 | Cartagena | IRE Women | SCO Women | SCO Women | 5 wickets |
| May 27, 2021 | Belfast | IRE Women | SCO Women | IRE Women | 6 wickets |
| May 26, 2021 | Belfast | IRE Women | SCO Women | IRE Women | 41 runs |
| May 25, 2021 | Belfast | IRE Women | SCO Women | IRE Women | 61 runs |
| May 24, 2021 | Belfast | IRE Women | SCO Women | SCO Women | 11 runs |
| Aug 14, 2019 | Deventer | IRE Women | SCO Women | IRE Women | 9 wickets |
| Aug 10, 2019 | Deventer | IRE Women | SCO Women | SCO Women | 11 runs |
| Jul 8, 2018 | Amstelveen | IRE Women | SCO Women | IRE Women | 9 wickets |
Recent Form & Key Players: Scotland Women vs Ireland Women
Both Scotland Women and Ireland Women come into this match with competitive recent form. In WODIs, Ireland has been strong, winning 5 of their last 6 encounters, including a thrilling 1-wicket victory in Lahore (Apr 2025). Scotland’s only recent ODI win was by 40 runs in Almeria (Oct 2023), showing they can challenge Ireland when their top players perform.
In WT20Is, the teams are more evenly matched. Ireland has won 8 of 14 matches, while Scotland has 6 wins, including dominant 8-wicket victories in Abu Dhabi (2024) and Almeria (2023).
Key players to watch:
- Scotland Women: Kathryn Bryce (top-order batter & captain), Sarah Bryce (consistent scorer), and fast bowler Katherine Fraser
- Ireland Women: Laura Delany (finisher & captain), Gaby Lewis (middle-order batter), and Orla Prendergast (all-rounder)
Pitch, Conditions & Toss Impact: Scotland Women vs Ireland Women
The pitch and weather conditions can play a key role in this match. If the pitch is flat and batting-friendly, it could lead to a high-scoring game, giving an advantage to teams with strong batters like Kathryn Bryce for Scotland and Laura Delany for Ireland. On the other hand, if there is movement for bowlers or some early moisture, seamers could dominate, and the team winning the toss might choose to bat first to set a target. In T20s, chasing teams often benefit from knowing the target, while in ODIs, runs on the board can build pressure. Overall, the toss and pitch conditions may slightly tilt the balance but both teams have players capable of turning the game in their favor.
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Match Prediction & Winner: Scotland Women vs Ireland Women
Based on recent form, head-to-head stats, and key players, this match is expected to be closely contested. In WODIs, Ireland Women hold a slight edge, having won 5 of the last 6 matches, including a thrilling 1-wicket victory in Lahore (Apr 2025). However, Scotland Women have shown they can compete strongly, especially in shorter formats, with notable WT20I wins like the 8-wicket victories in Abu Dhabi (2024) and Almeria (2023).
Prediction: Considering Ireland’s experience in chasing and their consistent performances in ODIs, Ireland Women are slightly favored to win, but if Scotland’s top batters like Kathryn Bryce fire, they could easily upset the odds. Fans should expect a tight, exciting match with key contributions from both teams’ star players.
Conclusion
The upcoming clash between Scotland Women and Ireland Women promises to be an exciting and competitive match. While Ireland holds a slight advantage in WODIs and overall head-to-head stats, Scotland has proven they can challenge any team, especially in T20s.
Key players from both sides, like Kathryn Bryce, Sarah Bryce, Laura Delany, and Gaby Lewis, are likely to make a big impact. Fans can expect a thrilling contest, close finishes, and plenty of memorable moments. Whether you’re following the match for fantasy cricket or just to enjoy the game, this encounter is one not to miss.
