Ireland Innings
Batting first, Ireland posted a massive 235/5 in 20 overs, powered by an outstanding innings from captain-wicketkeeper Lorcan Tucker, who remained unbeaten on 94 off 51 balls.
Ireland recovered from early wickets thanks to a crucial middle-overs partnership between Tucker and Gareth Delany, who contributed a powerful 56 off 30 balls. In the final overs, George Dockrell provided explosive finishing touches with an unbeaten 35 off just 9 balls, pushing Ireland past the 230-run mark.
Oman Chase
Chasing 236, Oman struggled to keep pace with the required run rate and were bowled out for 139 in 18 overs.
Aamir Kaleem fought back with a solid 50 off 29 balls, while Hammad Mirza added 46, but the rest of the batting lineup failed to build meaningful partnerships against Ireland’s disciplined bowling attack.
Ireland bowlers maintained consistent pressure, with Joshua Little leading the attack with three wickets, supported by Barry McCarthy and Matthew Humphreys, who picked up key breakthroughs at crucial stages.
Key Turning Points
- Lorcan Tucker’s unbeaten 94 anchored Ireland’s big total.
- Delany’s aggressive middle-overs knock shifted momentum decisively.
- Early wickets in Oman’s chase ensured the required run rate quickly climbed beyond reach.
Match Summary
A powerful batting display followed by disciplined bowling helped Ireland secure a convincing 96-run victory, significantly boosting their net run rate and strengthening their campaign in Group B of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026.