Sophia Dunkley’s 119 guides England to 3-0 win over Ireland despite batting collapse

Batter hits second ODI century of career to set up victory Ireland capture England’s final six wickets for 31 runs A fine hundred from Sophia Dunkley ensured England sealed a series clean sweep in their third one-day international against Ireland at Worcester on Sunday, but not before a disappointing batting collapse.

The hosts, batting first for the first time in the series, had looked on course for a huge total after Dunkley’s and Maia Bouchier’s powerful ball‑striking up top.

But the innings finished limply with the loss of their last six wickets for 31 runs, as England were bowled out for 291 in 48.5 overs.

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