Orla Prendergast leads Ireland to series-leveling win over England in 2nd Women’s T20I

In an exciting clash at Castle Avenue, Ireland Women secured a memorable over England Women in the second T20I of the England Women tour of Ireland 2✨♕024.

Disciplined bowling keep England batters in check

Opting to bowl first after winning the toss, Ireland restricted England to 169/8 in their 20 overs, with standout performances from their bowlers. and Arlene Kelly were the stars with the ball, each claiming two wickets to keep ܫthe England batters in check.

England’s innings was anchored by Tammy Beaumont, who top-scored with 40 off 34 balls, laced with 7 bꦯoundaries. Bryony Smith (28 off 26) and Paige Scholfield (34 off 21) also contributed handy runs in the middle order. However, regular breakthroughs by the Irish bowlers, including a disciplined spell from Prendergast (2/31) and Kelly (2/22), ensured England couldn’t build significant momentum in their innings.

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Orla Prendergast leads Ireland to a memorable win

Chasing 170, Ireland got off to a shaky start, losing opener Amy Hunter for just 1 run in the third ball of the innings. But Gaby Lewis and Prendergast turned the tide with a solid 92-run partnership. Lewis played a composed knock of 38 off 35 balls, setting the platform for Prendergast to ☂unleash her power-hitting.

The all-rounder was sensational with the bat, smashin🔯g 13 fours in🤡 her 80 off 51 balls, anchoring the chase and keeping Ireland on track. Despite a few late hiccups, with quick dismissals of Sarah Forbes and Ava Canning, Prendergast’s brilliance combined with Leah Paul’s steady 27 off 27 ensured Ireland reached the target on the penultimate ball of the match.

Mady Villiers’ efforts (2/31) and Kate Cross (2/29) for England weren’t enough to stop Ireland’s charge. Prendergast was deservedly named Player of the Match for her all-round display, leading Ireland to level the series 1-1. The decider will now be played on Tuesday, September 17, at Castle Avenue, with both teams eager to clinch the series.

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