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"What A Fight!": Twitter Lauds Ireland For Almost Chasing 226 vs India

When India posted a total of 225/7 in the 2nd T20I against Ireland at The Village in Malahide, few would have anticipated a last-ball thriller. But the Irish batters were in no mood to go down without a fight and they took the attack to the Indian bowlers. After Paul Stirling's whirlwind knock gave them the perfect start, captain Andy Balbirnie took over and hit a fine half-century. Knocks from Harry Tector, George Dockrell and Mark Adair then almost saw the hosts over the line in what would have been an upset for the ages, but they eventually fell short by just four runs.

India vs Ireland, 2nd T20I Preview: Bowling In Focus As Hardik Pandya-Led Side Eyes Series Win

India will be hoping for clear weather and improved performances from rookies like Umran Malik when it clashes with Ireland in the second and final T20 at Malahide, Dublin on Tuesday. The rain had reduced the series-opener to 12-overs a side contest and it could well be another shortened game considering a rather gloomy forecast for match day. Ruturaj Gaikwad did not come out to bat on Sunday due to a calf niggle and he could be the only change in the playing eleven if the opener doesn't regain full fitness.

Did Bhuvneshwar Kumar Bowl A 201 Kmph Delivery Or Not In The India vs Ireland 1st T20I? Twitter Reacts

India defeated Ireland by seven wickets in the first T20I of the two-match series between the sides on Sunday. Chasing a target of 109 runs in a rain-curtailed game, India reached home with 16 balls to spare. The 12-over-a-side match in Dublin also saw pace sensation Umran Malik making his India debut. While everyone was expecting an exhibition of fast bowling from Umran, it was Bhuvneshwar Kumar, who hogged limelight for his pace.

Ireland Announce 14-Player Squad For ODI Series Against New Zealand, Stephen Doheny Earns Maiden Call-up

Cricket Ireland on Saturday announced a 14-player squad for the men's One-Day International series against New Zealand, scheduled to be played from July 10 to 15 at Malahide. The three-match series will be part of the ICC World Cup Super League, with 30 crucial points up for grabs. Ireland also handed maiden call-ups for two of the North West Warriors squad - top-order batter Stephen Doheny and bowling all-rounder Graham Hume. Both players were recently handed retainer contracts by Cricket Ireland.

Former Ireland Captain William Porterfield Announces Retirement From International Cricket

Former Ireland captain William Porterfield announced his retirement from international cricket on Thursday, calling time on a 16-year career during which the team has progressed from an amateur side to a Test-playing nation. The 37-year-old left-handed batter led Ireland in a remarkable 253 games across all formats, a span that included two 50-over World Cups and five T20 World Cups as well as the Irish men's inaugural Test, against Pakistan in May 2018. Porterfield, who also had spells with English county clubs Gloucestershire and Warwickshire, compiled 18 hundreds for Ireland, including 107 against Pakistan in Adelaide at the 2015 World Cup.

Ireland Name Squad For India T20Is, Andrew Balbirnie To Captain

The Ireland Cricket Board on Wednesday announced a 14-player squad for two-match T20I series against India, scheduled to start on June 26 in Malahide. The squad named for the two-match T20I series against India includes call-ups for two of the North West Warriors squad - top-order batter Stephen Doheny and pace bowler Conor Olphert. Both players were recently handed retainer contracts by Cricket Ireland.

Watch: Irish Star Paul Stirling Smashes 34 Runs Off One Over During Whirlwind Century In T20 Blast

Ireland opener Paul Stirling once again showcased his big-hitting abilities, smashing 119 runs off just 51 balls to help Birmingham Bears rout Northamptonshire by 125 runs (DLS method) in a T20 Blast match on Thursday. Apart from Paul Stirling, Sam Hain blasted 66 not out off 32 balls as Birmingham Bears posted 207 for three in 16 overs. During Stirling's assault on Northamptonshire, he took a liking to one particular bowler -- James Sales -- smashing him for 34 runs off one over. Stirling nearly matched the record of six sixes in an over, but on the last ball of the over, failed to clear the boundary.

International Cricket Council Confirm Fixtures For UAE, Ireland At Men's T20 World Cup

The International Cricket Council (ICC) on Monday confirmed the fixtures for UAE and Ireland at the ICC Men's T20 World Cup in Australia. The UAE and Ireland booked their tickets to Australia in February after wins over Nepal and Oman respectively in the semi-finals of the eight-team qualifier. UAE's victory over Ireland in the Final confirmed their spot in Group A of the First Round, with their three matches to be played at Kardinia Park Stadium in Geelong. They're grouped with Sri Lanka and Namibia and will be joined by the runner-up in Qualifier B that will be played in Zimbabwe in June.

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"What A Fight!": Twitter Lauds Ireland For Almost Chasing 226 vs India

India vs Ireland, 2nd T20I Preview: Bowling In Focus As Hardik Pandya-Led Side Eyes Series Win

Did Bhuvneshwar Kumar Bowl A 201 Kmph Delivery Or Not In The India vs Ireland 1st T20I? Twitter Reacts

Ireland Announce 14-Player Squad For ODI Series Against New Zealand, Stephen Doheny Earns Maiden Call-up

Former Ireland Captain William Porterfield Announces Retirement From International Cricket

Ireland Name Squad For India T20Is, Andrew Balbirnie To Captain

Watch: Irish Star Paul Stirling Smashes 34 Runs Off One Over During Whirlwind Century In T20 Blast

International Cricket Council Confirm Fixtures For UAE, Ireland At Men's T20 World Cup