Maia Bouchier leads England to record ODI victory over Ireland

England defeated Ireland by six wickets in the first ODI at Leicester on Tuesday, completing the team's highest successful run chase in the format. Opening batter Maia Bouchier scored 104 off 95 deliveries, anchored by a 143-run partnership with Sophia Dunkley. England reached the target of 282 with 71 balls remaining. The win marks the first international appearance for the side since the retirements of Heather Knight and Tammy Beaumont. Coach Charlotte Edwards is using the three-match series to evaluate squad depth and player roles ahead of the home Ashes campaign against Australia next year. The second match of the series is scheduled for Thursday in Derby.