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Ireland Women commenced their tour of Zimbabwe with an impressive performance, securing a commanding 10 wicket victory in the first One Day International at the Harare Sports Club. The visiting team exhibited superiority across all aspects of the game, showcasing their prowess in both batting and bowling. With a dominant display, Ireland set the tone for the series,🐲 leaving a strong impact in their pursuit of success on foreign soil.
Sloppy batting display by Zimbabwe
Invited to bat first, Zimbabwe faced an early setback as their skipper, , fell in the third ov🐼er. The match witnessed an interruption due to rain, resulting in a reduction to 44 overs. Unfortunately for the hosts, their recovery efforts were thwarted as they consistently lost wickets throughout the inning🐻s.
Despite the challenges, Zimbabwe managed to post a total of 170 runs in 42.4 overs. Ashley Ndiraya emerged as a standout performer for the hosts, showcasing resilience with a notable knock of 47 runs, while Precious Marange contributed 29 runs to the team’s total. However, Ireland’s bowling attack proved effective in containing the opposition and securing crucial breakthroughs during the course of the innings.
Amy Hunter-Gaby Lewis shine in run-chase
Despite a substantial rain delay disrupting proceedings during lunch, the game resumed with Ireland facing a revised DLS target of 110 runs off 21 overs. assumed the anchor role in a stellar display of batting prowess, forming a formidable opening partnership with Gaby Lewis. The duo orchestrated a remarkable 110-run stand for the first wicket, steering their side to a convincin𝓰g victory.
Hunter contributed a solid 36 runs to the chase, playing a crucial role in stabilizing the innings. Meanwhile, Lewis delivered a scint꧒illating performance, thumping 65 runs in just 41 balls, adorned with 11 boundaries and a six, securing a comprehensive win for her team.
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Here is how Twitter reacted:
Gaby Lewis has not been dismissed for under 10 in her last 10 ODI innings. Incredible consistency.🎶
— Irish Cricket Stats (@IreCricketStats)
Gaby Lewis going great guns with 🏅Amy Hunter ✅for company. No way to watch. 😩
— Shajin MS (@SupertrampMS)
That's great news for Ireland! Gaby Lewis seems to be playing a crucial role in the ODI series against Zimbabwe, helping them take a 1-0 lead. 👏
— Muhammad Asif Rafique (@as40551)
Great to see Gaby Lewis leading the charge! Exciting start to the ODI series. Looking forward to more thrilling matches from Ireland Women's Cricket.
— Mubashar Kayani (@kayani_mubashar)
Most 50+ scores for in women's ODIs
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7 Caitriona BeggsGaby Lewis tops the list now
— Mohit Shah (@mohit_shah17)
A fantastic win 👏👏
A 110-run opening partnership betwee⛦n Gaby Lewis and Amy ওHunter has secured a 10-wicket DLS victory.
Well done all 🙌
Scorecard: ☘️🏏
— Ireland Women’s Cricket (@IrishW🙈omenꦉsCric)
Irel🔯and defeated Zimbabwe by 10 wickets in the first ODI 🏏
– 2nd innings reduced to 21 overs due to rain – Target 110 (DLS method)
Scorecard:
— WomenCricket.com (@WomenCricketHQ)
The ideal start to the tour of Zimbabwe – Ireland Women dominated with bat and ball.
Here’s a summary report: ☘️🏏
— Cricket Ireland (@cricketireland)
The ongoing ODI series between Ireland and Zimbabwe Women will be closely watched by the other 5 teams with ODI status (Thailand, Scotland, Netherlands, USA & PNG). Top 2 in rankings among these 6 will qualify for Women's World Cup Global Qualifier. USA/PNG yet to play any ODIs.
— Czarsportz Global – Associate Cricket World (@Emerging_96)
| DEBUTANTS
Seam bowlers Kudzai Chigora and Mitchell Mavunga, who were part of Zimbabwe Under 19 team at the 2023 ICC Women's Under 19 World Cup, made their debut today as Zimbabwe Women play Ireland Women. |
— Zimbabwe Cricket – Women (@zimbabwewomen)
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