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India.com
09-08-2025
- Sport
- India.com
Ireland Clinch Historic T20I Series Win Over Pakistan, Jane Maguire Hits World Record Last-Ball Six
In a thrilling finish to the 2nd T20I, Ireland stunned Pakistan to claim the three-match series 2-0, with one game remaining. The match, played in front of a packed crowd, turned into a nail-biting spectacle that will be remembered for years. Needing a boundary off the final delivery to win, Irish batter Jane Maguire etched her name into the record books by smashing a six, becoming the first woman in T20I history to secure a series win with a last-ball maximum. The remarkable strike not only sealed Ireland's victory but also capped off an exceptional all-round performance from the team. Ireland's bowlers set the tone early, restricting Pakistan to a modest total despite a few resistance efforts in the middle order. The chase, however, wasn't straightforward. Wickets fell at regular intervals, keeping the tension high right until the last over. With the equation boiling down to 5 runs off the final ball, Maguire's composure and clean hitting sealed the deal in spectacular style. This victory marks a significant milestone for Irish women's cricket, showcasing their growth and ability to compete with top-tier teams. For Pakistan, it's a wake-up call ahead of the final match, as they look to avoid a clean sweep in the series. The cricketing world celebrated the moment on social media, hailing Maguire's six as one of the most iconic finishes in the sport. For Ireland, it's not just a win, it's a statement. Teams: Pakistan Women (Playing XI): Muneeba Ali(w), Shawaal Zulfiqar, Sidra Amin, Aliya Riaz, Eyman Fatima, Natalia Pervaiz, Fatima Sana(c), Rameen Shamim, Nashra Sandhu, Tuba Hassan, Sadia Iqbal Ireland Women (Playing XI): Amy Hunter(w), Gaby Lewis(c), Orla Prendergast, Leah Paul, Laura Delany, Rebecca Stokell, Ava Canning, Jane Maguire, Arlene Kelly, Cara Murray, Lara McBride
The 42
08-08-2025
- Sport
- The 42
Ireland earn remarkable last-ball win against Pakistan
IRELAND SECURED a remarkable last-ball win to secure an unassailable 2-0 lead in the three-match T20I series against Pakistan at Clontarf today. Jane Maguire was the hero as she hit a six off her first delivery at the crease to deliver victory for the Irish team, who continue a nine-game winning streak in the format. Advertisement Pakistan won the toss and opted to bat first under some light cloud cover with a strong breeze blowing across the ground. Having lost the opening T20I by 11 runs on Wednesday, the visitors needed a victory to keep the series alive ahead of the final match at the same venue on Sunday. Batting more aggressively, Pakistan eventually went on to post 168-6. The key Irish bowlers were Lara McBride (2-27), Cara Murray (2-33) and Orla Prendergast (1-22), who took her 50th wicket in T20Is for Ireland. The hosts then scored 171-6 to win by four wickets. The key batters were Orla Prendergast (51), Laura Delany (42) and Player of the Match Rebecca Stokell (34). But the key moment was the final delivery, and Maguire's first at the wicket, which was hit for six down the ground to get across the line. You can view the full scorecard here.
Irish Times
08-08-2025
- Sport
- Irish Times
Jane Maguire hits final ball for six as Ireland win series against Pakistan
Ireland 171/6 (20) Pakistan 168/6 (20) - Ireland win by four wickets Jane Maguire came in to hit the final ball for six as Ireland won a dramatic second T20 match against Pakistan by four wickets in Dublin. Maguire came in with Ireland four shy of their target and smashed the winning runs to give the hosts an unassailable 2-0 lead in the three-match series. Shawaal Zulfiqar top-scored for Pakistan with 33 from 27 balls before becoming one of Cara Murray's two victims. The tourists eventually reached 168 for six, and Rameen Shamim (three for 36) removed Gaby Lewis and Leah Paul with successive deliveries to leave Ireland wobbling on 35 for three. But Laura Delany survived the hat-trick ball and went on to make 42, while Orla Prendergast hit 51 off 34 deliveries. With Rebecca Stokell 34 not out off 16, Ava Canning was stumped off the penultimate ball to open the door for Maguire's match-winning heroics.
Int'l Cricket Council
09-04-2025
- Sport
- Int'l Cricket Council
ICC Women's Cricket World Cup 2025 Qualifier: Pakistan, West Indies in action on Day 1
Pakistan were in action against Ireland at the Gaddafi Stadium alongside West Indies taking on Scotland at the Lahore City Cricket Association Ground. Pakistan v Ireland scorecard Ireland won the toss and put the hosts to bat. The Pakistan openers got off to a shaky start as Feroza Gull perished for 4 in the second over off Jane Maguire as she attempted to beat the fielder on the off-side. However, fellow opener, Muneeba Ali (32) stuck around until the 21st over as she wove a brilliant partnership with Sidra Amin (51) to stabilise the Pakistan innings. Aliya Riaz joined the fray in the 22nd over and she went on the offense against the Irish bowlers, with a strong 52 off 58. Aliya Riaz's mighty strike | WCWCQ 2025 The tournament hosts were at a formidable 175/4 in the 42nd over, but fell astray and finished at 217, losing six wickets in the final powerplay. They were bowled out in the 49th over. Jane Maguire was the pick of the Irish bowling attack, scalping 3/33 off her 10 overs, including 44 dot balls. West Indies v Scotland scorecard After the West Indies won the toss and elected to field, Scotland openers Abbie Aitken-Drummond (21) and Darcey Carter (25) got off to a positive start as they posted a 48-run partnership and set up the base for the innings. However, West Indies struck back with two quick wickets of Aitken-Drummond and Scottish skipper Kathryn Bryce in the 12th and 14th over being dispatched by West Indies skipper, Hayley Matthews. Megan McColl joined Sarah Bryce as they stabilised the Scottish innings through the middle overs, with a strong partnership of 82 runs. Bryce scored a positive 55 (56) which included six boundaries and McColl put up 45 (44) with five boundaries. Hayley Matthews leads from the front | WCWCQ 2025 Strikes in the middle overs, meant that Scotland found themselves at 194/6 in the 37th over. But a late flurry from Katherine Fraser (25*) and Priyanaz Chatterji (15) guided them to the score of 244. Scotland were however not able to bat their quote of overs, as West Indies bowled them by the 45th over mark. Hayley Matthews led her side with the ball, finishing off with a magnificent 4/56 off her 10 overs after she sent the entire Scotland top-order back to the dugout. Aaliyah Alleyne and Karishma Ramharack played supporting acts as they finished with figures of 2/31 and 2/46 respectively. ICC Cricket World Cup Qualifier, 2025 News Pakistan Women Ireland Women Scotland Women West Indies Women Women's News
