Tucker and McBrine inspire Ireland to second test cricket victory

 The pair helped Ireland recover from a slow start against Zimbabwe at Stormont
Mark Adair of Ireland celebrates after hitting the winning runs during day four of the Test Match between Ireland and Zimbabwe at Stormont in Belfast. Photo by Oliver McVeigh/Sportsfile

Mark Adair of Ireland celebrates after hitting the winning runs during day four of the Test Match between Ireland and Zimbabwe at Stormont in Belfast. Photo by Oliver McVeigh/Sportsfile

Lorcan Tucker and Andy McBrine hit a combined 111 as Ireland staged an excellent recovery to beat Zimbabwe by four wickets at Stormont and record a second consecutive Test victory.

The pair helped the home side recover from a slow start to the day, with Tucker making 56 and McBrine 55 not out as Ireland fought back from 33 for five.

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