World Twenty20 3rd Match Group B qualifying round: Stirling helps Ireland get lucky on St Patrick’s Day

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Stirling definitely had the luck of the Irish on his side

Everybody has heard about the luck of the Irish, but today it actually came true when Ireland walked away with a three-wicket victory on St Patrick’s Day by stealing a bye off the very last ball of their match against Zimbabwe in Sylhet.

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Dockrell will be key to Ireland’s success, says William Porterfield

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“He has done really well for us over the last few years and we’ll be looking for him to put his hand up during this tournament”

Ireland captain William Porterfield has announced that 21-year-old left-arm spinner George Dockrell will play a key role during the upcoming World Twenty20 since Bangladesh is renowned for its spin-friendly pitches.

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West Indies vs Ireland 1st T20: Joyce helps Ireland stun West Indies

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Joyce led Ireland to victory with a 49-ball 40

The West Indies’ road to the World Twenty20 began on an extremely sour note as Ireland batsman Ed Joyce scored an unbeaten 40 to lead his side to a memorable six-wicket win in the inaugural Twenty20 International held at Sabina Park in Jamaica.

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