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NZ keep World Cup hopes alive with narrow win over Irish
TL;DR
New Zealand narrowly defeated Ireland by four runs in the Women's T20 World Cup, keeping their hopes alive. Key performances included Prendergast's 59 for Ireland and Sharp's 36 for New Zealand.
Key points
- New Zealand won by four runs
- New Zealand scored 140-6 in 20 overs
- Ireland scored 136-4 in 20 overs
- Prendergast scored 59 for Ireland
- Sharp scored 36 for New Zealand
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Women's T20 World Cup, Group 2, Southampton
New Zealand 140-6 (20 overs): Sharp 36; Murray 2-26, Prendergast 2-26
Ireland 136-4 (20 overs): Prendergast 59, Lewis 58; M Kerr 2-23
New Zealand won by four runs
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.
It was a must-win encounter for both sides after losing their opening two matches and this defeat effectively ends Ireland's hopes of progressing from the group stage.
A fine bowling display from Ireland restricted the holders to 140-6 from their 20 overs.
Irish skipper Gaby Lewis (58) and Orla Prendergast (59) put on a superb 110-run partnership to give Ireland a chance of securing a first World Cup win at the 20th attempt.
Ireland fell just short - a six was required off the final ball from Suzie Bates but Louise Little could only manage a single.
New Zealand were dealt a blow before the game when star all-rounder Sophie Devine became ill and was replaced by Bates.
Ireland won the toss and they made a superb start at the Hampshire Bowl to leave New Zealand rocking on 10-3.
The White Ferns were again in trouble at 48-4 when skipper Melie Kerr (30) sent a Cara Murray delivery into the hands of Little at deep mid-wicket.
Brooke Halliday (34) and Izzy Sharp (36) steadied the innings but excellent Irish bowling ensured they would be chasing a modest target of 141.
New Zealand struck early to dismiss Amy Hunter before Lewis and Prendergast, who successfully reviewed after being given out leg-before, steered Ireland to 116-1 before two wickets fell in three balls from Melie Kerr.
Lewis was caught by Bates to leave the Irish on 123-4 and needing 18 runs from eight balls.
It proved too many for Ireland as they missed out on what would have been a landmark victory.
Both sides are back in action in Bristol on Tuesday with New Zealand facing Scotland before Ireland take on Sri Lanka.
Q&A
What was the final score of the New Zealand vs Ireland Women's T20 match?
New Zealand scored 140-6 while Ireland scored 136-4, resulting in a four-run victory for New Zealand.
Who were the top scorers in the New Zealand vs Ireland Women's T20 match?
Prendergast scored 59 and Lewis scored 58 for Ireland, while Sharp scored 36 for New Zealand.
How does this win affect New Zealand's chances in the Women's T20 World Cup?
This victory keeps New Zealand's hopes alive in the Women's T20 World Cup, allowing them to remain competitive in the tournament.
