Sat Nov 30 04:43:37 UTC 2024: ## Ireland Crushed by Bangladesh in ODI Opener
**Mirpur, Bangladesh:** Bangladesh secured a resounding 154-run victory over Ireland in the first One Day International (ODI) at the Sher-e-Bangla Stadium on [Date of Match]. Batting first after winning the toss, Bangladesh posted a challenging 252-4, thanks to a superb 96 from Sharmin Akhter and a solid 61 from Fargana Hoque Pinky. Ireland’s chase never gained momentum, collapsing to 98 all out in 28.5 overs.
Sarah Forbes top-scored for Ireland with 25 runs, while Laura Delany contributed 22. No other Irish batter reached double figures. Nahida Akter (3-23) and Sultana Khatun (3-23) were the pick of the Bangladesh bowlers, dismantling the Irish batting order. The Irish innings was hampered by early wickets, losing captain Gaby Lewis and Amy Hunter cheaply.
The second ODI in the three-match series is scheduled for Saturday. The tour will conclude with a three-match T20 series.
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