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England wrapped up their ODI series against Ireland in Derby as Issy Wong claimed her first international five-for, leading the side to a dominant six-wicket victory with nearly half the overs unused.
- •Issy Wong recorded her maiden ODI five-wicket haul, helping bowl Ireland out for 165 runs.
- •England secured a six-wicket victory in the second ODI at Derby with 27 overs to spare, clinching the series 2-0.
- •Cricinfo notes Ireland collapsed late, losing their final six wickets for just 25 runs, while BBC Sport highlights the dominant margin of the win.
England secured an ODI series victory against Ireland after winning the second match by six wickets in Derby. Issy Wong anchored the bowling effort with a maiden five-wicket haul, which, according to Cricinfo, saw Ireland collapse from a competitive position to 165 all out. BBC Sport frames the result as a routine thrashing, emphasizing the ease with which England chased the target with 27 overs remaining. While the series outcome is confirmed, the consistency of Ireland's top order—reliant heavily on Amy Hunter’s fifty—remains an unresolved concern heading into the final match.
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