India kicked off their 2024 T20 World Cup campaign with a dominant victory over Ireland at the Nassau County Cricket Stadium. Choosing to bowl first, Rohit Sharma’s squad put Ireland under immense pressure from the outset.
Gareth Delaney was the only Irish batsman to score more than 20 runs, while just four players reached double figures.
Jasprit Bumrah delivered an exceptional performance, conceding only 6 runs in his 3 overs and taking two wickets. Hardik Pandya led the bowling attack with figures of 3-27 in his 4 overs. Arshdeep Singh also contributed effectively, maintaining an economy rate of 8.75 and taking 2 wickets, limiting Ireland to 96 runs in 16 overs.
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In response, Rohit Sharma and Rishabh Pant dominated the Irish bowlers. The Indian captain scored a brilliant 50 off 36 balls, including 4 fours and 3 sixes. Rishabh Pant supported with controlled aggression, finishing the match alongside Sharma.
India defeated Ireland by 8 wickets, showcasing a comprehensive performance in their opening match of the T20 World Cup.
GROUP A Points Table
| Team | M | W | L | N/R | PT | NRR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| India | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 3.065 |
| USA | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1.451 |
| Canada | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | -1.451 |
| Ireland | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | -3.065 |
| Pakistan | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
