Friday, May 29, 2009

Taylor smashes eight sixes in New Zealand victory

Ross Taylor inspired New Zealand to a seven-wicket win over Ireland in an unofficial warm-up match for the ICC World Twenty20 2009.

Ireland, batting first, made 152-5, with Jeremy Bray top scoring with 48 off 47 balls, with Jesse Ryder taking three wickets.

In reply, Ross Taylor smashed an amazing 74 off just 36 balls, scoring an incredible eight sixes, as New Zealand reached its target with three overs remaining, with Martin Guptill making 45 not out.