West Indies Women sealed the ODI series with a dominant six-wicket win over Ireland, powered by centuries from Hayley Matthews and Stafanie Taylor. The hosts took an unassailable 2-0 lead in the three-match series after chasing down 242 with 11 overs to spare.
Ireland’s 241/7 Built on Hunter, Stokell Fifties
Ireland posted 241 for 7 after winning the toss, with Amy Hunter (67) and Rebecca Stokell (57) anchoring a 106-run stand for the fourth wicket. Deandra Dottin struck early, removing openers Sarah Forbes and Gaby Lewis, while Matthews (2-34) and Afy Fletcher (1-?) kept the pressure on. Leah Paul’s late 32 off 30 lifted Ireland past 240.
Matthews, Taylor Dominate with Centuries
West Indies lost Realeanna Grimmond in the first over but Matthews took charge, smashing a 94-ball century—her second of the series. She and Taylor shared a 158-run partnership before Matthews fell with 83 still needed. Taylor then accelerated, reaching her hundred off 104 balls with a six, and finished unbeaten on 104 alongside Shemaine Campbelle.
Key Stats from the Match
- Ireland: 241/7 (Amy Hunter 67, Rebecca Stokell 57; Hayley Matthews 2-34, Deandra Dottin 2-15)
- West Indies Women: 245/4 in 39 overs (Stafanie Taylor 104*, Hayley Matthews 100; Aimee Maguire 2-52)
- Result: West Indies Women won by 6 wickets
The series now heads to the final ODI with West Indies already victorious. Ireland will look to salvage pride, but the momentum is firmly with the visitors.
