Sri Lanka outshined Ireland in all three departments. With this result, Sri Lanka make it to the Super Six stage of the Qualifier while Ireland are out of the World Cup race. One-time champions are at the top with three wins in three matches and a total of six points. On the other hand, Irel
The Lankan batter, who is also SL's Test captain, accomplished this milestone during his country's ICC Cricket World Cup Qualifier match against Ireland in Bulawayo.
After hitting the winning run in the last ball, Player of the Match Michael said in the post-match presentation, "I don't think I can quite put it into words, I'm lost for words. We had a few tough games against Ireland and last time we had a tied game (in the previous qualifiers) against Zi
Ireland's top order had crumbled in the first 10 overs and they were 34-4. However, Curtis Campher's 120 and George Dockrell's 69 gave Ireland hope in the match.
In the post-match presentation, Berrington said, "What a game of cricket. Delighted to get over the line, we had the belief all the way through. Exceptional knock by Leasy (Leask) to get us over the line, The most important thing today was to turn up and play our best cricket."
Batting first, Ireland's top order collapsed against Brandon McMullen's lethal bowling. They were 33/4 after 8.2 overs. Paul Stirling and Andrew Balbirnie were dismissed on a golden duck by McMullen in consecutive balls. Harry Tector was also dismissed cheaply at 6 of 10.
In the UEFA EURO Qualifiers match, France defeated Greece 1-0 in a thrilling encounter on Tuesday at the Stade de France stadium.
France are on top of Group B with 12 points. They have played four games and have won all four.
In Group B, France is along with Greece, Ireland, Netherlands and
After suffering a shocking defeat against Oman in the World Cup Qualifier, Ireland skipper Andrew Balbirnie said that it didn't take his team by 'surprise'.