Jordan Cox and Adil Rashid shine as England clinch T20I series against Ireland in style

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England clinched a commanding 2-0 series victory against Ireland in the third T20, thanks to an assured and match-winning knock of 55 from Jordan Cox and three-wicket haul from Adil Rashid. With a rain-affected match and a revised target of 155 runs, England managed to ease past the target with 17 balls remaining.

After the first match saw Phil Salt steer the tourists to victory and the second match washed out, this was England’s chance to seal the deal. Cox, who had been sidelined for several months due to injury, delivered a masterclass in chase-building, ensuring England’s first-ever T20 series win over Ireland. His return to the international fold after nearly a year was marked by a composed, professional performance under pressure.

Ireland’s batting line-up was stifled by England’s disciplined bowling attack, which successfully restricted the hosts to just 155 runs, a target that never seemed likely to be defended. Adil Rashid was the standout bowler for England, returning figures of 3 wickets for 29 runs, displaying his customary control in the middle overs. Jamie Overton and Liam Dawson, too, were highly effective, claiming 2 wickets each and keeping the pressure on Ireland throughout their innings.

Although Sonny Baker had an off-day, conceding 52 runs in his 4 overs without a wicket, the spinners’ combined efforts were instrumental in slowing down Ireland’s scoring rate. The middle order never got the chance to build momentum, with only Gareth Delany‘s 48-run knock offering any resistance.

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After a rain delay in between innings, England’s chase began under tricky conditions, and the early loss of Jos Buttler and Jacob Bethell left them at 57/2 after the powerplay. However, Cox, making his return to the T20 side after an injury-plagued year, showed remarkable composure. With England in need of stability, Cox provided it in abundance, playing with poise and aggression. His 55 runs, including a blistering six over the grandstand, helped England regain control of the chase. Cox’s professionalism, despite hobbling slightly due to an earlier knee injury, shone through, as he peppered the boundaries with ease. His knock, which took England within sight of victory, was a defining moment in the series and a fitting reward for his perseverance after a challenging period on the sidelines.

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