Porterfield: We can qualify for next World Cup

IRELAND captain William Porterfield believes his side’s displays at the World Cup have proved they can overcome restricted qualification rules at future tournaments.

Ireland have impressed on the subcontinent, most notably when Kevin O’Brien’s astonishing century took them to the highest successful run-chase in World Cup history as they beat England by three wickets.

Their future opportunities will be hampered by the ICC decision to cut the tournament to 10 teams, but Porterfield remains confident.