Afghanistan Secures Series Lead Against Ireland with 3-0 Victory
Summary
Afghanistan beat Ireland by 42 runs in Belfast to seal an unassailable 3-0 lead in the five-match ODI series. Ibrahim Zadran and Sidikullah Atal powered the win with a record 231-run partnership, while Andy Balbirnie’s century went in vain for Ireland.
Key Points
- Afghanistan defeated Ireland by 42 runs in Belfast to take a 3-0 lead in the five-match ODI series.
- Ibrahim Zadran and Sidikullah Atal shared a record 231-run stand for Afghanistan’s second wicket, helping them post 343/9.
- Andy Balbirnie scored 109 for Ireland, but the chase ended at 301 in 48 overs.
- Rashid Khan led Afghanistan’s bowling with three wickets, including the key dismissal of Balbirnie.
