Ireland shock World Cup holders England in Test
Updated On: 25 July, 2019 09:02 AM IST | | Agencies
Tim Murtagh claims fifer as minnows Ireland demolish England for just 85 before hosts hit back to bowl out visitors for 207 on Day One

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London: Ireland ended England's World Cup honeymoon in dramatic style yesterday, bowling out the host nation for a derisory 85 on Day One at Lord's as they eyed one of the biggest shocks in Test history.
Tim Murtagh took five wickets on a ground where he plays for Middlesex. Ireland in reply, were bowled out for 207 — a first innings lead of 122 runs.
Andy Balbirnie (55) was the top-scorer for Ireland, while Kevin O'Brien remained unbeaten on 28.


