Oman pulled off a remarkable victory, defeating Ireland by 5 wickets. Ireland is a team that has won big matches in the past, including beating England in the 2011 ODI World Cup, chasing a massive score of 329 runs, and Pakistan and Bangladesh in the 2007 World Cup. Also, Ireland emerged victorious in the recent T20 World Cup 2022 against England and West Indies.
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The ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2023 qualifiers are in progress, scheduled from June 18 to June 23. The tournament features 10 teams divided into groups: Group A and Group B.
Group A has the Netherlands, Nepal, the United States, the West Indies, and Zimbabwe. Group B comprises Ireland, Oman, Scotland, Sri Lanka, and the United Arab Emirates. This exciting competition will determine three teams from each group for the Super Six stage and the Playoffs.
In a thrilling encounter from Group B between Ireland and Oman, Oman defeated Ireland with 5 wickets and 11 balls remaining and emerged victorious. It was an impressive performance by the Oman team, which was considered weak.
George Dockrell scored a 91* for Ireland
George Dockrell’s scored unbeaten innings of 91 runs, and Harry Tector contributed with a solid knock of 52 runs. However, the rest of the Irish batting lineup struggled to make a significant score.
Kashyap Prajapati, Aqib Ilyas, and Zeeshan Maqsood Played Well For Oman
Collectively, Prajapati, Aqib Ilyas, and Zeeshan Maqsood were instrumental in securing Oman’s victory. Oman chasing down a target of 282 runs, Kashyap Prajapati and Aqib Ilyas formed a crucial partnership.
Prajapati played a vital role, scoring 72 runs, while Ilyas contributed with a well-made 52 runs. The team’s captain, Zeeshan Maqsood, also scored 59 runs. His innings provided stability and momentum to the chase, leading the team toward victory. On the other hand, Bilal Khan and Fayaz Butt took 2 wickets each for Oman.
How To Watch Cricket World Cup Qualifier in India?
You can watch it on Star Sports Network’s channels to watch the Cricket World Cup Qualifier in India. The matches will be broadcast live on Star Sports channels Star Sports 1, 1HD, 2, 2HD, 3, and Star Sports 3HD.
In addition to the television broadcast, cricket fans in India can stream the live matches of the Cricket World Cup Qualifier through the Disney+ Hotstar app and website. Similarly, the FanCode app and website also provide live streaming.
