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In a riveting encounter at the Desert Springs Cricket Ground, Ireland Women secured a compelling victory against Scotland Women, ultimately claiming the ODI series 2-1 in the Ireland Women vs Scotland Women in Spain 2023 tournament.
Ireland innings
Opting to bat first, Ireland Women set a challenging target of 240 runs, with Leah Paul‘s resilient knock of 70 runs anchoring the innings. Support from Laura Delany (41 runs) and Amy Hunter (37 runs) further bolstered the Irish total. Scotland’s bowlers put up a valiant effort, with Hannah Rainey’s remarkable five-wicket haul being the standout performance.
Scotland innings
Chasing a target of 240 runs, Scotland’s batting lineup encountered resistance from a disciplined Ireland’s bowling attack. Despite Kathryn Bryce’s impressive 83 runs and contributions from Priyanaz Chatterji (32 runs), Scotland fell short, ultimately bowled out for 206 runs in 49 overs. Arlene Kelly‘s four-wicket haul and Cara Murray‘s three-wicket contribution were instrumental in securing the victory for Ireland Women.
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Result
The thrilling contest culminated with Ireland clinching a 33-run victory in the final match, marking a successful comeback after conceding the first match to Scotland. With an intense display of skill and determination from both sides throughout the ODI series, the Ireland Women vs Scotland Women in Spain 2023 tournament concluded on a high note, showcasing the resilience and competitive spirit of women’s cricket.
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Series Detail:
- Match 1: Scotland Women won by 40 runs.
- Match 2: Ireland Women won by 79 runs.
- Match 3: Ireland Women won by 33 runs.
This article was first published at WomenCricket.com, a Cricket Times company.
