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Ireland Clinches T20 Series Win Against UAE
Ireland secured a 2-0 victory in their Twenty20 International series against the United Arab Emirates, concluding with a 30-run win in Dubai on January 29, 2026. This series win marks a meaningful stride in readiness for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup, scheduled too begin on February 8, 2026, in Colombo, Sri Lanka.
Match Recap: Ireland vs.UAE (January 29, 2026)
After losing the toss, Ireland was asked to bat first. The Irish team posted a competitive total of 170-7 in their 20 overs. Key contributions came from Curtis Campher,who remained unbeaten with a well-crafted 54,and Mark Adair with a valuable 34 not out. Earlier, Ross Adair managed 14 runs before being dismissed, and captain Paul Stirling (14) and harry Tector (20) also contributed to the score.
Irish Bowling Dominance
Ireland’s bowling attack proved too strong for the UAE, dismissing them for 140. Barry McCarthy was instrumental,taking the crucial wickets of UAE captain Muhammad Waseem (12) and Haidir Ali. Gareth Delaney and George Dockrell each secured two wickets, with Dockrell notably dismissing Aryansh Sharma for 54. Support came from Mark Adair and Matthew humphreys, who each claimed one wicket.
Earlier Victory in the Series
Ireland had previously won the first match of the series by a significant 57-run margin on Thursday, firmly establishing their dominance. This earlier victory set the stage for their series win and demonstrated their strong form heading into the T20 World Cup.
Key players and performances
- Curtis Campher: Top-scored with 54 not out in the second T20I.
- Mark Adair: Contributed a valuable 34 not out and took a wicket.
- Barry McCarthy: Two key wickets, including that of the UAE captain.
- George Dockrell: Dismissed Aryansh Sharma for a significant 54 runs.
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