T20 World Cup: Ireland, the breaker and now the maker of England's hopes

The Irish may have lost to the Australians, but they kept their net run rate in check, thus reviving England's chances

They say, "He giveth and He taketh away." As far as England's fortunes in the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2022 are concerned, one might as well be talking about Ireland's Lorcan Tucker. The lone Irish knight, who led the charge in dismantling the English campaign in their tie last week, put up a brave, albeit futile, fight against the furious Australian pace attack on Monday at the Gabba. In the process, his unbeaten 71 of 48 balls ensured Australia's net run rate remains below their Ashes rival, thus reviving English hopes. 

Earlier, the Irish had won the toss and