Underdogs Zimbabwe hold nerve to stun Australia in T20 World Cup upset
Zimbabwe pulled off the first major upset of the T20 World Cup when they defeated Australia by 23 runs in their Group B match in Colombo on Friday.
Ireland hero Paul Stirling out of T20 World Cup
The talismanic leader landed on his knee after taking a catch against Australia in Colombo on Wednesday. Stirling came out to open the batting in the chase, but limped the first single in clear agony and was forced to retire hurt. He did not return, and Ireland slumped to a 67-run defeat.
Graeme West, director of high performance at Cricket Ireland, confirmed that subsequent scans of his knee showed ligament damage.
"Paul will shortly return home for rest and rehabilitation, ahead of the home summer," said West.
"To replace Paul, we have called up Sam Topping, who is able to provide immediate cover.
"The skill set he offers provides cover across a number of areas within the squad, which is important as Ben Calitz is also carrying a knock to his hand after the last match."
Wicketkeeper-batter Lorcan Tucker will captain the side for the rest of the tournament.
The 35-year-old Stirling has become somewhat of a cult hero in the cricket world. His natural swagger pairs comedically with his portly build, and he generates incredible power with seemingly little effort.
Ireland will be looking for their first win of their T20 World Cup campaign against Oman on Saturday.
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