Ireland's Gary Wilson said the side had done all that could be asked of them ahead of their World Cup clash against South Africa after they made it two wins out of two with a thrilling victory over the United Arab Emirates. Wilson's composed 80 and a quickfire 24-ball fifty from Kevin O'Brien revived Ireland, who had been faltering at 97 for four and 171 for five, in pursuit of a target of 279 set by their fellow non-Test nation. Wilson couldn't quite seal the deal, his 69-ball innings including nine fours ending when Ireland were in sight of victory. This result left Ireland, who started the tournament with a four-wicket win over the West Indies, third in Pool B and on course for the quarter-finals.
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