Ireland Women vs Sri Lanka Women: A Historic ODI Clash
Ireland Women vs Sri Lanka Women Highlights
In an exhilarating first ODI in Dublin, the Ireland Women vs Sri Lanka Women match saw Orla Prendergast shine bright with both bat and ball. Ireland chased down Sri Lanka's target of 261, clinching the game by three wickets.
Match Summary
- Sri Lanka posted 260 for 8, led by Gunaratne's 101.
- Ireland scored 261 for 7, with Prendergast notching an unbeaten 122.
- Prendergast took 3 wickets for 25 runs, contributing significantly to the victory.
Sent in to bat, Sri Lanka's innings featured an impressive maiden ODI century from Vishmi Gunaratne. However, it was Prendergast who stole the headlines, crafting her own century and leading Ireland to their first successful chase over 200 in ODIs.
Turning Points
- Ireland lost early wickets but Prendergast steadied the innings.
- She reached her fifty with a four and accelerated the scoring as wickets tumbled around her.
- In the final overs, Prendergast's crucial boundaries turned the match in Ireland's favor.
Prendergast's victory single marks a significant milestone, being the second-highest score while batting at No. 4 or lower in women's ODI history. Her performance not only earned Ireland their first ODI victory over Sri Lanka but solidified her status as a rising star in women's cricket.
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