Women's T20 World Cup - Melie Kerr and Suzie Bates keep New Zealand alive
Paul Muchmore breaks down the biggest talking points from New Zealand's win over Ireland
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
Women's T20 World Cup 2026 - New Zealand's campaign on the line against Ireland
They've lost both their matches so far, and face Ireland in a virtually must-win game
Match Coverage
All Match NewsDial 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
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
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
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
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
