Salt's latest onslaught powers England in 197-run chase
Tector, Tucker ensure Ireland put decent total on the board, but England's batting cruises to target
17/09Result
1st T20I, England tour of Ireland at Dublin, Sep 17 2025
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![Ireland]( "Ireland")
196/3 (20/20 ov) -
![England]( "England")
197/6 (17.4/20 ov, target 197)
Player of the Match
17/09Result
1st T20I, England tour of Ireland at Dublin, Sep 17 2025
-
![Ireland]( "Ireland")
196/3 (20/20 ov) -
![England]( "England")
197/6 (17.4/20 ov, target 197)
Player of the Match
Match Day
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Preview
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