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New Zealand retains semi-finals hope with narrow win over Ireland

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 19, 2026, 8:55 PM

Last updated Jun 19, 2026

New Zealand retains semi-finals hope with narrow win over Ireland
Summary

New Zealand kept their T20 World Cup semi-finals hopes alive with a thrilling four-run victory over Ireland in Southampton. The match saw New Zealand putting up 140-6 in their 20 overs, with Izzy Sharp top-scoring at 36. In response, Ireland fell just short, scoring 136-4, despite a strong partnership of 110 runs between Orla Prendergast and Gaby Lewis. This result effectively ends Ireland's chances of progressing from the group stage. Both teams will play again on June 21, with New Zealand facing Scotland and Ireland meeting Sri Lanka.

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By the Numbers
  • •New Zealand scored 140-6 in 20 overs.
  • •Ireland totaled 136-4, needing six off the last ball.
  • •Sharp was New Zealand's top scorer with 36 runs.
  • •Prendergast and Lewis formed a strong partnership of 110 runs.
  • •Next matches for both teams are scheduled for June 21.
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  • 9:22 PMYahoo Sports — NZ keep World Cup hopes alive with narrow win over Irish
  • 8:55 PMBBC Sport — NZ keep World Cup hopes alive with narrow win over Irish
What they're saying
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New Zealand are still in the mix for a semi-finals spot at the T20 World Cup after a thrilling four-run win over Ireland in Southampton.

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New Zealand are still in the mix for a semi-finals spot at the T20 World Cup after a thrilling four-run win over Ireland in Southampton.

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