Ireland cruise to victory over Scotland in first T20 encounter

A record third-wicket partnership of 99* between Orla Prendergast and captain Laura Delany led Ireland to victory in the opening game of the three-match T20 series against Scotland

Ireland's Orla Prendergast showed her class in leading Ireland Women to victory over Scotland. Pic: Ian Jacobs

A record third-wicket partnership of 99* for Ireland Women between Orla Prendergast and captain Laura Delany led Ireland Women to victory in the opening game of the three-match T20 International series against Scotland at the Grange Cricket Club in Edinburgh.

Player of the Match Prendergast’s knock of 75* came from just 45 balls and her highest international score for Ireland to date, while Delany batted at better than a run-a-ball to finish 36 not out.