'It means so much' - Ireland Women end wait for World Cup win
A story of resilience as Ireland celebrate their first T20 World Cup victory at the 22nd attempt by overcoming West Indies.
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""It just means so much - we've had the belief throughout this tournament and it just hadn't come together.""
— Orla Prendergast , Athlete
""I'm absolutely delighted and just so proud of the girls.""
— Gaby Lewis , Athlete
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A story of resilience as Ireland celebrate their first T20 World Cup victory at the 22nd attempt by overcoming West Indies.
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