Hey cricket lovers! What a day it was in the Women's World Cup Qualifiers! We saw some incredible performances, nail-biting finishes, and enough drama to keep us glued to our screens. Let's dive straight into the action, shall we?

Scotland Pulls Off a Blinder!

So, first up, we had Scotland taking on the West Indies. Now, everyone was expecting a West Indies win, right? But Scotland had other plans! They managed to upset the West Indies, thanks to some brilliant all-round performance, especially from their bowlers. The game was a proper thriller, with Scotland edging out the West Indies by a mere 11 runs!

Hayley Matthews' Amazing Effort Goes in Vain

Poor Hayley Matthews! What a heart-wrenching performance from the West Indies' star player! She scored a phenomenal century (114 runs) and even took four wickets. Imagine, she went off the field twice due to cramps, even had to be stretchered off, but still came back to bat! Talk about dedication! She became only the fourth player ever to score a century and take four wickets in an ODI. But unfortunately, the rest of the team couldn't quite keep up. West Indies seemed a bit too reliant on her, and that cost them dearly.

Scotland's Resilience

Scotland, on the other hand, played like a team. Sarah Bryce scored a crucial 55, and their spinners, led by Katherine Fraser, Darcy Carter, and Abtaha Maqsood, really tightened the screws with some excellent bowling, taking six wickets between them. Their strategy paid off big time.

Pakistan Dominates Ireland

In the other match, Pakistan proved too strong for Ireland. The conditions were tough, with temperatures soaring. However, Pakistan's bowlers, especially Diana Baig, were on fire!

Diana Baig Leads the Charge

Diana Baig, in her comeback match, showed everyone why she's so highly rated. She picked up four wickets and turned the game in Pakistan's favor. After a shaky start, Nashra Sandhu's spin worked wonders, and the team won by 38 runs. This victory sets a good tone for Pakistan’s campaign.

Pakistan's Batting Woes

Pakistan's batting struggled a bit. They managed to score 217, which didn't seem enough. However, the bowlers stepped up when it mattered most, ensuring the victory.

So, what are your thoughts, folks? Did you expect Scotland to win? Who was your player of the match? Let us know in the comments below! And stay tuned for more updates on all the latest cricket news!