South Africa wrapped up a commanding victory in the first of two T20 Internationals against Ireland in Abu Dhabi.
Ryan Rickelton was instrumental in the SA team’s convincing win over Ireland. Picture: Lee Warren/Gallo Images
Set a target of 172 runs to win, Rickelton and Hendricks took the fight to the opposition’s attack, combining in a 136-run stand for the first wicket. Three of Ireland’s six bowlers went for more than 11 runs an over as they failed to contain their opponents.Earlier, after being sent in to bat, Ireland got off to a great start as they raced to 63/2 during the powerplay.
Campher, who was dropped by Ottneil Baartman on 17, went on to make 49 runs off 36 balls before Patrick Kruger had him caught by Baartman, who made sure this time after tracking the ball from short fine leg.
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