Twitter reactions: Andrew Balbirnie guides Ireland to thrilling win over Pakistan in the first T20I

In a gripping encounter at Castle Avenue, Dublin, Ireland emerged victorious against Pakistan in the first T20I of the Pakistan tour of Ireland 2024. The hosts registered a 5 wicket win over the Men in Green.

Babar Azam takes Pakistan to a competitive total

After winning the toss, Ireland elected to bowl first, aiming to restrict Pakistan’s batting firepower. Pakistan started strongly with Saim Ayub‘s aggressive knock of 45 runs off 29 balls, backed by skipper Babar Azam‘s classy 57 off 43 deliveries.

However, tight bowling from Craig Young and Gareth Delany kept Pakistan in check. A late surge from Iftikhar Ahmed propelled Pakistan to a competitive total of 182/6 in their allotted 20 overs.

Andrew Balbirnie takes Ireland home

Chasing 183 for victory, Ireland showcased remarkable batting prowess. Andrew Balbirnie led the charge with a sublime innings of 77 runs off 55 balls, well supported by Harry Tector‘s composed 36 off 27 deliveries. Despite losing wickets at crucial junctures, George Dockrell‘s quickfire 24 and Curtis Campher‘s cameo ensured Ireland reached the target with just one ball to spare.

Pakistan bowlers struggled to contain the Irish onslaught, with Abbas Afridi being the pick of the bowlers, claiming 2 wickets for 36 runs. However, their efforts fell short as Ireland sealed the victory with 5 wickets in hand. Shaheen Afridi, Naseem Shah, and Imad Wasim contributed with a wicket each for Pakistan, but their collective bowling effort couldn’t prevent Ireland from clinching a thrilling win.

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Here is how Twitter reacted:

An historic win. What a game. What a chase! 💯#IREvPAK #BackingGreen ☘️🏏 pic.twitter.com/xlHNCdPOea

— Cricket Ireland (@cricketireland) May 10, 2024

Ireland beat Pakistan in the 1st T20I of the series!!

The first time IRE beat PAK since 2007 World Cup (St. Patrick's Day). Now they do it just before another World Cup in West Indies, where both teams are in same group.#IREvPAK pic.twitter.com/0onF3ubA3S

— Kausthub Gudipati (@kaustats) May 10, 2024

Well played Andrew Balbirnie 😍
The hero of Ireland's win over Pakistan #IREvPAK pic.twitter.com/myTKifPSyh

— IPL (@WatchIPLvideos) May 10, 2024

IRELAND DEFEATED PAKISTAN BY 5 WICKETS IN THE FIRST T20I…!!!

– A historic day in Ireland cricket, making a statement for the World Cup. pic.twitter.com/doQ9D7e2lO

— Johns. (@CricCrazyJohns) May 10, 2024

IRELAND DEFEATED PAKISTAN IN THE 1ST T20I. 🇮🇪 pic.twitter.com/qEvWWAjV6i

— Mufaddal Vohra (@mufaddal_vohra) May 10, 2024

Babar Azam is a cursed captain #IREvPAK IRELAND PROVE TO BE TOOO MIGHTY FOR 🇵🇰 😪💀 MOYE MOYE pic.twitter.com/LBNvtAd0Q6

— Shehryar Sajid Khan (@Sskwrites) May 10, 2024

Pakistan team after losing to Ireland:#IREvPAKpic.twitter.com/cVtZEd9gii

— Dogesh (@dogesh_bhai) May 10, 2024

Pakistan team after losing to Ireland:#IREvPAK pic.twitter.com/kTm9E2GdpH

— Heisenberg (@rovvmut_) May 10, 2024

Pakistan have to make strong and brave decisions if they want to achieve something. Babar azam leadership will never ever help pakistan in bringing the world cup or something else.

We have to think beyond this. We are far behind ..!!#IREvPAKpic.twitter.com/JJX6Sn3dB9

— Haroon Mustafa (@CRICFOOTHAROON) May 10, 2024

Ireland win the first T20I by five wickets.#IREvPAK | #BackTheBoysInGreen pic.twitter.com/K2x9C2CVKt

— Pakistan Cricket (@TheRealPCB) May 10, 2024

Boobsy the ling
#IREvPAK pic.twitter.com/F1Y073sn3y

— Naks..! (@oyenakss) May 10, 2024

They didn't even celebrates its like normal beating Pakistan 😭 #IREvPAK pic.twitter.com/WvCfZgIPhQ

— Devendra 🇮🇳 (@Devendra786s) May 10, 2024

History has been created at Clontarf Cricket Club, Ireland!!

Ireland defeated Pakistan by 5 wickets…
A sensational knock by Andrew balbirnie pic.twitter.com/Yh7cjwlwHG

— Ravinder Punia (@PuniaRavi1384) May 10, 2024

Ireland win by 5 wickets 🔥

An excellent knock 77 off 55 by Andrew Balbirnie 👏👏
An Expensive spell by Shadab Khan 4-0-54-0 #PAKvIRE pic.twitter.com/E5kqlr78Kn

— Uzma Naz (@UzmaNaa61412457) May 10, 2024

Also READ: IRE vs PAK 2024, T20I Series- Broadcast and Live Streaming details – When & Where to Watch in India, Pakistan, Ireland, UK & other countries

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May 10, 2024 at 11:38PM