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Ireland secures 55-run victory over Namibia in ODI opener

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 22, 2026, 3:44 PM

Last updated Oct 22, 2026

Ireland secures 55-run victory over Namibia in ODI opener
Summary

Ireland began their ODI series in Namibia with a 55-run victory, scoring 229-9. Paul Stirling led the innings with 56 runs. Namibia was bowled out for 174 in 37.5 overs. Gavin Hoey took 3 wickets for Ireland, while Nicol Loftie-Eaton claimed 4 wickets for Namibia. This marks Ireland's first ODI win since May 2025. The teams will face off again on Saturday in Windhoek.

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  • •Ireland scored 229-9 in their innings.
  • •Namibia was all out for 174.
  • •Paul Stirling scored 56 runs.
  • •Gavin Hoey took 3 wickets for Ireland.
  • •The second ODI is scheduled for Saturday in Windhoek.
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  • 3:44 PMYahoo Sports — Stirling's 56 leads Ireland to win in Namibia
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Ireland begin their five-game one-day international series in Namibia with a comfortable 55-run win.

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