Nelson (New Zealand): Ireland intend to take their giant-killing knack to the next stage at the World Cup, by qualifying for the knockout rounds in New Zealand and Australia.


Ireland's Niall O'Brien blasts away to an unbeaten 79 against West Indies at Nelson, NZ yesterday. Piv/Getty Images 

William Porterfield's team extended their winning habit against Test-playing nations when they began their campaign with a four-wicket Pool B victory over West Indies yesterday.