Ireland secures first win in T20 World Cups against West Indies
ESPNcricinfo • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 27, 2026, 5:22 PM
Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Ireland achieved its first victory in T20 World Cup history by defeating West Indies. The match took place on June 27, 2026, where an impactful performance from an allrounder, along with effective bowling from spinners, thwarted West Indies' attempts to qualify for the semi-finals. Ireland's win marked a significant milestone in their T20 World Cup campaign. The outcome places pressure on West Indies as they face challenges in advancing.
- •Ireland's first win in T20 World Cups.
- •The match occurred on June 27, 2026.
- •Ireland's allrounder scored a classy fifty.
- •West Indies' hopes of semi-final qualification dented.
- •Effective bowling from Ireland's spinners contributed significantly.
- 5:22 PMESPNcricinfo — Prendergast, spinners give Ireland their first win in T20 World Cups
"The Ireland allrounder hits a classy fifty to dent West Indies' hopes of qualifying for the semi-final
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