Gary Wilson narrowly misses century but Ireland on top in Intercontinental Cup

The prize for the Cup winners is a play-off for the right to play Test cricket.

Gary Wilson fell short of a century as Ireland posted 316 on the opening day of their Intercontinental Cup match against Hong Kong in Belfast.

Wilson top-scored with 95, while skipper Will Porterfield hit 88 at the top of the order, as the hosts made a confident start in pursuit of their fourth win to start the tournament.