Summary
England won a T20 cricket match against Ireland by four wickets in the first of a three-match series. Phil Salt led England's chase with 89 runs, and England finished the game with more than two overs left. This victory was England's first against Ireland in the T20 format.
Key Facts
- England played against Ireland in the first match of a three-game T20 series in Dublin.
- Ireland set a target of 196 runs with contributions from Harry Tector and Lorcan Tucker.
- Phil Salt was England's top scorer with 89 runs from 46 balls.
- England's team was captained by Jacob Bethell for the first time.
- England completed their chase in 17.4 overs, winning by four wickets.
- This match marked England's first victory over Ireland in the T20 format.
- The match is part of a series with further games planned for Friday and Sunday.
