West Indies Women overcame a determined Scotland side in a tense ICC Women’s Twenty20 World Cup contest, with Chinelle Henry crediting veteran Stafanie Taylor’s experience and composure for helping the team secure another important victory.

The match tested the Caribbean side’s resilience, with Scotland applying early pressure and forcing the Windies to battle through difficult moments. But Taylor’s steady innings provided the foundation for a competitive total, while the bowling attack recovered strongly when the match entered its most demanding stages.

Henry, who returned to the team after recovering from a warm-up match injury, highlighted Taylor’s influence as one of the defining moments of the game.

“The way Stafanie played today was really amazing,” Henry said. “She is always a class act, a class performer, and tonight we saw that. She finished that innings perfectly for us.”

Taylor provides the finishing touch Windies needed

West Indies entered the contest hoping to post a higher score, but conditions at the venue made stroke-making difficult early on.

Henry explained that the team recognized the slow nature of the surface and adjusted their expectations.

“We discussed that the wicket was a bit slow up front, so we thought maybe 160 would have been par,” she said. “The idea was to get as many as possible but it proved to be enough to bring us over the line.”

Taylor’s contribution became increasingly valuable as the innings progressed, allowing the Windies to recover from challenging periods and establish a total Scotland would have to chase under pressure.

Scotland’s fast start creates nervous moments

The Scottish response immediately placed the Windies under examination.

Scotland attacked from the beginning of the chase, forcing the Caribbean bowlers to defend aggressively during the power play.

Henry admitted the opening overs were not ideal but praised the team’s ability to regain control.

“We knew everyone would come hard in the first six overs,” she said. “It wasn’t the best start with the ball but as a unit, we finished the job.”

The Windies’ ability to stay composed during Scotland’s aggressive start ultimately proved decisive.

Supporting each other through high-pressure moments

The match also featured emotional moments in the field, including a tense exchange involving Deandra Dottin, who showed her frustration during a difficult spell.

Henry said the team’s response was centered on encouragement and trust.

“It was just about the nerves. Deandra is passionate and wears her heart on her sleeve,” Henry explained. “The plan wasn’t going her way, so Hayley and I just reminded her that she is one of the best death bowlers we have.”

Henry also provided reassurance regarding Shemaine Campbell’s fielding injury, saying the issue was handled cautiously.

“It was just a precaution, nothing major,” she confirmed.

Henry returns ready after injury concerns

Henry’s own availability had been questioned after she picked up an injury during a warm-up match, but she revealed her return was carefully managed.

She described the decision to play as a joint call involving herself and the medical staff, confirming she was fit enough to contribute when selected.

Her return added depth to a West Indies side now gaining confidence as the tournament progresses.

With two wins from two matches, West Indies have placed themselves in a strong position, but Henry believes the tournament remains wide open.

“This table is blown wide open. Nobody is here just to compete; everyone is fighting,” she said. “We can’t take anyone lightly.”

She added that the team’s immediate focus would be on improvement rather than looking too far ahead.

“Winning our first two games puts us in a good spot. We just have to go back to the drawing board, assess those first six overs, and keep trusting our skills.”

For the Windies, momentum is building, but Henry insists the path forward will require the same discipline, preparation, and belief that carried them through another demanding night in Leeds.