England coasted to a six-wicket victory in the third T20 against Ireland to win the series 2-0 thanks to a half-century from Jordan Cox.
After Phil Salt led England to victory in the first match on Wednesday, and Friday’s meeting was washed out without a ball bowled, the win secured a 2-0 victory for the tourists in what was the first ever T20 series between the sides.
Ireland set the visitors a target of 155 after an innings where they were held well in check by England’s bowling attack.
Adil Rashid led the way with three wickets for 29 runs, but Jamie Overton and Liam Dawson both had productive spells when taking a pair apiece too.
Sonny Baker, who was making his T20 debut after a costlyone-day international bow against South Africa this month, was the only exception as the 22-year-old allowed 52 runs without taking a wicket.
After Ireland took a pair of wickets in the powerplay, Cox’s 55 set the platform for victory, which was sealed by Tom Banton with 17 balls remaining.
More to follow.
