Lewis, Prendergast fifties in vain as Melie magic helps NZ win a thriller
Melie struck twice in an over as Ireland, who were 116 for 1 at one stage chasing 141, fell short by four runs
19/06Result
13th Match, Group 2 (D/N), ICC Women's T20 World Cup at Southampton, Jun 19 2026
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![New Zealand Women]( "New Zealand Women")
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![Ireland Women]( "Ireland Women")
136/4 (20 ov)
Player of the Match
19/06Result
13th Match, Group 2 (D/N), ICC Women's T20 World Cup at Southampton, Jun 19 2026
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![New Zealand Women]( "New Zealand Women")
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![Ireland Women]( "Ireland Women")
136/4 (20 ov)
Player of the Match
Match Day
Dial S for Suzie - Bates answers New Zealand's distress call
Suzie Bates might have gone the entire World Cup - her farewell for New Zealand - without getting a game, but Sophie Devine's illness gave her a chance, and she made a big difference
Devine misses Ireland clash because of illness, New Zealand pick Bates
Both teams are in nearly must-win territory and the losing team today will hope a lot of results go in their favour to make the semis
A farewell without a goodbye? Suzie Bates' World Cup stays in limbo
Her last ever tournament could pass without a single appearance as New Zealand fight for survival at the T20 World Cup
Preview
New Zealand desperate to put title defence back on track against Ireland
Both teams seek first points after two straight defeats in this World Cup
