New Zealand vs Ireland Women’s World Cup T20: Live Scores and Updates from Southampton

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Coach’s word – New Zealand Women’s assistant coach Craig McMillan says there has been a lot of discussion in the group after two disappointing results, pointing to fielding as a particular issue. He admits the team has to own it. On the field, he says it’s not about the amount of work put into training and admits that sometimes the game can just be tough. On their approach to the bat, McMillan details that there was aggression, noting that scores of 170 to 180 are becoming more common in the women’s game. He further stresses that New Zealand must prepare in a way that will enable them to do better. Adding that the girls have been pushing for it, he calls Ireland a good team and says the side would like to put up a strong challenge against them. He says the pitch at the Hampshire Bowl offered good pace and bounce, notes that it’s a bit warmer today and hopes New Zealand will have a good outing.