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Irish cricketers qualify for 2015 World Cup

The Irish cricketers have sealed a place at the 2015 World Cup. William Porterfield's side tied w...
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17.43 9 Jul 2013


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Irish cricketers qualify for 2015 World Cup

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The Irish cricketers have sealed a place at the 2015 World Cup.

William Porterfield's side tied with the Netherlands after a gripping World Cricket League clash in Amsterdam.

After winning the toss, Ireland set their hosts a target of 269 runs to win, with Ed Joyce finishing on 96 not out.

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The home side appeared to be on-course to beat that total until some superb late bowling from John Mooney and George Dockrell.

A 6 off the last ball of the match saw the Dutch claim a tie but the shared points means that Ireland are now guaranteed their place in the World Cup in Australia and New Zealand.

 

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