Did you know? 2-time World Cup-winners England are yet to beat Ireland in T20Is

September 15, 2025 Credit: Getty

Historic T20I series

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Still searching for maiden T20I win vs Ireland

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Rain spoils Ireland's chances

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The unlucky Irish

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1st World Cup title for England

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Rain favours Ireland this time

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Ireland post challenging total

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Irish captain leading from the front

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England batters' strike slow

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Rain dampens Moeen's fightback

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Ireland beat England in T20Is

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The rare coincidence for England

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