Wed Apr 09 10:10:00 UTC 2025: ## West Indies Women Thrash Scotland in World Cup Warm-up

**Dubai, UAE** – The West Indies women’s cricket team cruised to a resounding 117-run victory over Scotland in a pre-tournament warm-up match in Dubai on Thursday. Chinelle Henry led the charge with a blistering century, scoring 109 runs off 71 balls, setting the stage for a commanding West Indies total of 290-7. Zaida James also contributed significantly with a 47-run knock.

Scotland’s bowlers were unable to contain the West Indies’ powerful batting lineup, and their chase faltered, ending at 173 all out. Aaliyah Alleyne spearheaded the West Indies bowling attack, claiming 4 wickets for 21 runs, while Jannillea Glasgow took 2-43.

Player of the Match, Chinelle Henry, highlighted the importance of the warm-up match as the team prepares for the World Cup qualifiers in Pakistan. “We aim to qualify for the World Cup, so today was about fine-tuning our skills,” she stated. She also noted the value of facing Scotland in a practice match before their official tournament encounter. “It was good to get a run-out against them; now we know what to expect.”

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