 Grealey's half century guided Ireland to victory |
Ireland are on course for a place in the 2005 Women's World Cup after a third successive win at the IWCC Trophy event in the Netherlands. They spoiled Pakistan's 100 per cent record with an eight-wicket win, after reaching a target of 144 with almost 14 overs to spare.
Former captain Miriam Grealey (61 not out) and Catriona Beggs (35 not out) shared the match-winning partnership.
Scotland are still rooted to the foot of the table along with Japan after suffering a 10-wicket thrashing by the West Indies.
Bowled out for just 74, the Scottish bowlers were unable to contain their opponents, who cruised home in just 8.5 overs.
Pauline te Beest made her second century of the competition as hosts Holland revived their World Cup hopes with a 301-run victory over Japan.
Te Beest followed her 138 against Scotland with an innings of 143 and was well supported by Carolien Salomons (60) as they piled up 375-5.
Japan's fragile batting was again exposed as they were bowled out for 74.
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