England Clinches 2-0 T20 Series Victory Against Ireland with Six-Wicket Win

Jordan Cox's half-century leads England to T20 series win over Ireland

England's Jordan Cox smashes 55 off 35 balls as the tourists chase down Ireland's target of 155 with ease, securing a 2-0 T20 series win. Read more.

Cox's impressive form in The Hundred, where he excelled as the tournament's top scorer and player...

Jordan Cox marked his return to international cricket with a bang, smashing a quickfire 55 off 35 deliveries despite battling a knee problem. This impressive knock helped England chase down Ireland's target of 155 with 17 balls to spare, securing a 2-0 series triumph. Cox's unbeaten 55, adorned with four sixes and four fours, showcased his skill and determination.

England got off to a shaky start, losing Jos Buttler for a duck and captain Jacob Bethell for 15. However, Cox's partnership with Phil Salt (57 runs) and Tom Banton (37 not out) steered England to victory. Cox's aggressive batting style and ability to hit boundaries under pressure were key to England's success.

 

Ireland's innings was marked by struggles against England's spin-heavy bowling attack. Gareth Delany's unbeaten 48 off 29 deliveries was a highlight, but Ireland's top order faltered, scoring at a rate of better than a run per ball. England's spinners, including Adil Rashid (3-29) and Liam Dawson (2-9), played a crucial role in restricting Ireland to 154-8.

Jordan Cox's determination shone through as he battled through a knee injury to score a match-winning 55 off 35 deliveries for England against Ireland. Despite jarring his knee while attempting a catch at deep midwicket, Cox showed remarkable grit and resilience, returning to the field to bat at a crucial moment when England was struggling at 33-2.

Cox's impressive form in The Hundred, where he excelled as the tournament's top scorer and player of the series, earned him a sudden recall to the England setup. His performances in the tournament showcased his skills and caught the attention of the England selectors, leading to his inclusion in the team for the Ireland series.

England's six-wicket victory over Ireland marked a thrilling conclusion to the T20 series, with Cox playing a pivotal role in the win. Cox's partnership with Phil Salt and Tom Banton helped England chase down Ireland's target of 155 with 17 balls to spare, sealing a 2-0 series triumph.

“I couldn't have dreamed it any better. The rained out game was unfortunate but to come out 2-0 winners in my first series as captain is a great feeling,” Bethell told TNT Sports.

“We were nice and aggressive throughout the whole week.”

Jacob Bethell, just 21 years old, celebrated his first trophy as England's youngest captain in any format after the team wrapped up the T20 series 2-0 against Ireland. The series win marked a significant milestone for Bethell, who led his team with confidence and determination throughout the series.

ENGLAND WIN! 🎉

Job done here in Malahide and we take the series 2-0 🙌 pic.twitter.com/czRb76Ypzj

— England Cricket (@englandcricket) September 21, 2025

England's chase hit a rough patch when Jos Buttler was dismissed for a duck. However, Phil Salt (29) and Jordan Cox (55) steadied the ship with a 57-run partnership. Tom Banton then sealed the win with an unbeaten 37, guiding England to victory with 17 balls to spare.

“Credit to Ireland, they bowled well defending 150-odd,” said Rashid, who was named the player of the match.

“You've got to adapt to the ground, wherever you go. I thought as a group we did that really well.”