Ireland Under-19s fall just short after fightback in World Cup opener

CAPTAIN: Amy Hunter (left) scored 21 for Ireland. File pic: Abu Dhabi Cricket & Sports Hub

Despite a spirited fightback with the ball, Ireland Under-19s Women fell just eight runs short in their opening game of the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup in Potcheftstroom, with the West Indies taking an eight-run victory.

Freya Sargent (2-9) and Aimee Maguire (1-16) were the pick of the Irish bowlers as they restricted the West Indies to 125-3, while Amy Hunter and Annabel Squires combined for 46 runs.