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Wong stars as England thump Ireland to seal series

Wong stars as England thump Ireland to seal series

Summary

England's women's cricket team won the second one-day international (ODI) against Ireland by six wickets, securing the series 2-0. Fast bowler Issy Wong took five wickets, helping to dismiss Ireland for 165 runs, while England successfully reached their target in just 23 overs.

Key Facts

  • England won the match by six wickets and secured the series with one game left.
  • Ireland scored 165 runs in 47 overs before being all out.
  • Issy Wong took 5 wickets for 33 runs, her first five-wicket haul in international cricket.
  • England reached 166 runs for 4 wickets in 23 overs to win comfortably.
  • Opener Maia Bouchier scored 45 runs off 31 balls.
  • England lost some wickets due to running mistakes and catches but finished strong.
  • Amy Hunter scored 64 runs for Ireland but lacked support from other batters.
  • The series and England’s international summer will finish with a match in Worcester on Sunday.
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