Hosts England and Ireland locked horns in Match 8 of the ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026.
Ireland struggled against a disciplined England attack, with Orla Prendergast's 26 the only notable top-order contribution.
Louise Little's unbeaten 26 off 15 lifted Ireland from 98/8 to 118/9 at the end of 20 overs.
Sophie Ecclestone led the charge with 3/22 (4), while Charlie Dean and Dani Gibson picked up two wickets each.
England's chase stumbled early as Aimee Maguire struck twice in three balls to leave them reeling at 35/3.
Nat Sciver-Brunt and Heather Knight (26) rebuilt the innings, adding a crucial partnership to steady the hosts.
Sciver-Brunt's retired out on 48; first in World Cup history, as England won by four-wicket, going back-to-back.