Orla Prendergast claimed the player of the match award against the Netherlands. Photo by Seb Daly/SportsfileOrla Prendergast and Jane Maguire spearheaded a superb bowling performance in Kathmandu that delivered a stunning 98‑run victory over the Netherlands – a result that all but ensured Ireland will qualify for the T20 World Cup. After the chase had stumbled to 53‑5, Wilson gave it some respectability with 31 and Marko Bates made a top score of 34 before Ireland were bowled out for 124. “At times we’ve dominated and fully looked the part, but I don’t feel that we’ve done ourselves justice,” Riley said. “The biggest takeaway for me has been that simple cricket is the best cricket, no matter what level you’re playing at or who you’re playing.

Source: Irish Independent January 30, 2026 20:14 UTC