Bristol, June 27 -- Twelve years, five ICC Women's T20 World Cup campaigns, and 22 matches later, Ireland finally ended their long wait for a maiden victory at the tournament.

Ireland scripted history on Saturday with a commanding six-wicket win over West Indies in their final Group stage match of the ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026.

Orla Prendergast starred with a composed half-century as Ireland chased down a target of 129 with 11 balls to spare, sealing their first-ever Women's T20 World Cup win.

Although Ireland had already been eliminated from semi-final contention, the result dealt a major blow to the West Indies' hopes. Their qualification now depends on the outcome of the Group match between New Zealand and England, as per the I...