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Dunkley century helps England women sweep Ireland 3-0 in ODI series

Sophia Dunkley's century led England to a 114-run victory over Ireland in the third One-Day International at Worcester, securing a 3-0 series sweep.

  • Sophia Dunkley scored 119 runs for England.
  • England won the match by 114 runs, bowling Ireland out for 177.
  • The victory completed a 3-0 series sweep for England.

England women's cricket team concluded their international summer with a 3-0 clean sweep against Ireland in a three-match One-Day International series. The final match, held at New Road, Worcester, saw England secure a 114-run victory.

Sophia Dunkley was instrumental in England's win, scoring 119 runs from 119 balls, contributing to England's total of 291 in 48.5 overs. Despite England losing their last six wickets for 31 runs, Ireland were bowled out for 177 in 44.2 overs. Amy Hunter top-scored for Ireland with 39 runs, while Mady Villiers and Lauren Filer each took three wickets for England.

This series provided opportunities for England to experiment with fringe players, as key players were rested. The opening partnership, a question following Tammy Beaumont's retirement, saw centuries from both Dunkley and Maia Bouchier during the series.

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