It will go down as a landmark moment for Irish cricket Irish Women‘s national cricket team had an amazing thrill by defeating West India 2. With six wickets in the 27th match of the group ICC Women’s T20 World Cup. The historic encounter played on 27 June 2026 at the bustling Bristol ground was an all-rounder. Orla Prendergast. Masterful with both blade and ball, his dominant performance completely dismantled a formidable West Indies side, breathing fresh air into Ireland’s World Cup campaign and proving they can go toe-to-toe with the world’s absolute best.
Disciplined Irish bowling restricts West Indies to a low score
Opting to bowl first under the testing Bristol conditions, Ireland’s bowling attack put on an absolute clinic in defensive discipline. They stifled West Indies’ power-hitters early and never let up the pressure, restricting the heavyweights to a modest 128 for 7 in their allotted 20 overs.
The tone was set for the first time when left-arm spinner Aimee Maguire took out a dangerous opener and struck gold. Qiana Joseph for just 8 runs. West Indies were in immediate trouble at 27 for 2 Arlene Kelly skinned To Shemaine Campbell (4). West Indian captain Hayley Matthews he recovered briefly with the veteran Stephanie Taylorbut Ireland’s bowlers refused to offer any freebies.
Leg spinner Murray Way completely turned the screws in the middle, finishing with sensational figures of 2 for 13 from 4, an economical spell of an incredible 17-point ball. Murray’s victims included the well-rounded Matthews (22 of 25) and Jahzara Claxton.
Aimee Maguire He came back to dismiss Taylor for a sluggish 16 and ended up with extremely impressive figures of 22. Prendergast also made himself felt in the field and took two crucial catches, including one which he dismissed as dangerous. Deandra Dottin (21) turn off Jane Maguire‘s bowling – before turning the corner from work Jannilea Glasgow. Despite the undefeated cameo from late 27th Chinelle HenryWest Indies par.
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Orla Prendergast’s thrilling knock inspires Ireland to a memorable win over the West Indies.
Chasing a target of 129, Ireland showed composure beyond his years. While being a captain Gaby Lewis fell early Ashmini Munisar For 9, the opening batter Amy Hunter played an outstanding, mature supporting role. Hunter’s 32 off 28 balls stabilized the innings and allowed Prendergast to play his natural, aggressive game.
Prendergast, who stepped up when his country needed him most, played a truly magical, match-winning hand. He completely removed the West Indies with a blistering 63 off just 44 deliveries, hitting five boundaries and clearing the ropes with an emphatic six. His elegant yet ferocious innings saw him hit a magnificent half-century from just 36 balls, completely changing the momentum.
Prendergast paired with Hunter for a decisive 62-run partnership for the second wicket. When Matthews finally managed to dismiss Prendergast in the 16th, the damage was completely done. Rebecca Stockell (not 16 out of 15 balls) and Louise Little (4 no) calmly took Ireland to the finish line, scoring the winning runs with 11 balls to spare.
Unsurprisingly, Prendergast was named Man of the Match. This historic six-wicket win marks a brave new era for Irish women’s cricket on the global stage.
It’s a historic breakthrough for Ireland in Bristol as they register the first women #T20WorldCup winner 👏
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— ICC (@ICC) June 27, 2026
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