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Ireland Cricket Dominates UAE Series Ahead of World Cup
25 Jan
Summary
- Ireland secured a 2-1 series victory against Italy in the UAE.
- The series served as crucial preparation for the T20 World Cup 2026.
- Italy has qualified for their first-ever T20 Cricket World Cup.

The Ireland National Cricket Team concluded a preparatory series in the United Arab Emirates with a 2-1 victory over Italy. This three-match series provided essential training for both squads as they gear up for the T20 Cricket World Cup in 2026. The outcomes of this series are particularly significant for Italy, who have successfully qualified for their inaugural T20 World Cup.
The T20 Cricket World Cup is scheduled to commence in February 2026, with India and Bangladesh set to co-host the prestigious tournament. The group stage alignments for the World Cup remain as previously announced, reflecting the established tournament structure. Both Ireland and Italy will be looking to build on their UAE series experience as they prepare for the global competition.




