West Indies vs Ireland | Match Summary
In a high-scoring encounter, West Indies thrashed Ireland by 197 runs under the DLS method after posting a mammoth total of 385/7 in 50 overs. Ireland, in reply, were bundled out for 165 in 29.5 overs, unable to withstand the fiery Caribbean bowling attack.
After losing the toss, West Indies were asked to bat first—and they made Ireland pay. Keacy Carty delivered a sensational innings, smashing 170 runs off 142 balls, including 15 fours and 8 sixes, anchoring a powerful batting performance. Captain Shai Hope supported with a steady 75 off 75 balls, hitting 9 boundaries and 2 sixes.
Despite some resistance from Barny McCarthy (3/100) and Liam McCarthy (2/93), the Irish bowlers had no answers to the Caribbean onslaught.
Ireland’s chase never took off. Cade Carmichel (48 off 61) and Lorcan Tucker (29 off 31) were the only notable contributors. The West Indies’ bowlers dominated, led by Jayden Seales, who returned figures of 3/26 in 5.5 overs, sealing a comprehensive win.
🏆 Keacy Carty was named both Man of the Match and Man of the Series for his breathtaking performances throughout the tournament, capped by this record-breaking knock.
