That is proving to be true - Yes, West Indies were simply destroyed by Ireland today giving West Indies a very tough chance to make it to the Quarter-final league.
By this loss, not only have they come to a new low, but in the process, have made an easy situation for India, South Africa and Pakistan to qualify for the next round. So, even if Pakistan were to loose against South Africa, their win against UAE, Ireland, Zimbabwe and West Indies would take them home to the quarter final league.
That 300 + is a chase able score for a country like Ireland, proves to show that WIndies does not have a teeth to take wickets. Why was Benn not selected is anybody's guess..
Holder is a very raw captain - his bowling changes and field placings are very much to be questioned - easy boundaries were given in the middle overs. He waited for a wicket to fall rather than proactively taking measures to take a wicket.
Let us not take the credit away from Ireland. They began well with a disciplined bowing performance that rocked West Indies to 87 for 5, before Lendl and Sammy took West Indies to 306. Also, 300+ was probably above par but with the pitch continuing to offer good coupled with very guick outfield, made the 300+ a about par total. Stirling and Joyce kicked on beautifully before Niall finished off the chase.
So, Ireland have managed to redeem themselves with this wonderful chase. This win will give them an impetus and all they need to do is win against UAE and Zimbabwe to take them to Quarter-Final.
So the first shocker to the World Cup 2015 has begun and this tournament will only make it interesting from now on.
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