West Indies Crush Ireland in 3rd ODI | Carty’s 170 Levels Series 1-1

Carty’s Heroics Help West Indies Level ODI Series with Massive Win Over Ireland

Summary
West Indies thrashed Ireland by 197 runs via the DLS method in the rain-affected third ODI in Clontarf to square the three-match series 1-1.
Keacy Carty starred with a majestic 170, while Shai Hope added 75 as the visitors posted a massive 385/7.
Ireland, hampered by injuries and early wickets, managed only 165 in reply with Jayden Seales claiming 3/26.
Cade Carmichael and Paul Stirling provided brief resistance, but the hosts fell short in a steep chase.
The sides will next meet in Bready for a T20I series in June, following this emphatic result.

Carty Stars as West Indies Dominate Third ODI to Level Series in Dublin

The final One-Day International between West Indies and Ireland at Clontarf was anything but ordinary. With threatening clouds and intermittent rain delays, it had all the makings of a stop-start affair. But thanks to a spectacular innings by Keacy Carty, the match turned into a showcase of West Indian dominance, capped by a 197-run win (DLS) that squared the series 1-1.

The day began with Paul Stirling winning the toss and opting to bowl under overcast conditions, hopeful of some early movement. While Ireland struck quickly with Barry McCarthy dismissing both Brandon King (1) and Evin Lewis (14), the brief excitement in the Irish camp was quickly quashed by a sensational 137-run partnership between Keacy Carty and skipper Shai Hope.

Carty’s Career-Best 170 Powers West Indies to Mammoth Total

The third ODI was Carty’s canvas, and he painted it with strokes of elegance and power. His 170 off 142 deliveries, laced with 15 boundaries and 8 sixes, was not only his highest international score but one of the finest innings by a West Indian batter in recent memory.

Hope, who looked set for a century himself before falling for 75, played the perfect foil, rotating strike and punishing wayward deliveries. After Hope’s dismissal, Amir Jangoo (22) and Justin Greaves (50 off 28) kept the momentum alive, launching a flurry of big hits in the final overs.

The innings was marked by short but repeated rain interruptions, yet West Indies remained composed, ultimately finishing their 50 overs at a commanding 385/7—a total that underlined their aggressive approach.

Ireland Falter in Rain-Shortened Chase Amid Injury Setbacks

Ireland’s chase was always going to be difficult, but with their target revised to 363 off 46 overs due to further showers during the innings break, the uphill battle steepened. To compound matters, injuries to Josh Little and debutant Jordan Neill—both unlikely to bat—meant Ireland had effectively only nine batters.

The innings got off to a rocky start with Andrew Balbirnie falling early, but Paul Stirling, ever the big-match player, countered with a brisk 26 featuring two sixes that briefly lifted hopes. Partnering with Cade Carmichael, who impressed with his timing and composure, the duo added 37 runs before Stirling edged to slip.

Carmichael fell heartbreakingly short of a maiden half-century, out for 48, and although Lorcan Tucker (29), Andy McBrine (28), and George Dockrell (23) tried to extend the fight, Ireland’s innings fizzled out. A sharp run-out by Evin Lewis to dismiss McBrine epitomized the West Indies’ energetic fielding effort.

Ireland were eventually bowled out for 165 in 29.5 overs, well short of the DLS-adjusted target.

Jayden Seales Leads the Charge with Clinical Bowling

The West Indian bowlers complemented their batters with a disciplined performance. Jayden Seales was the standout with 3/26, using the short ball cleverly and finding zip off the pitch. He was supported well by Gudakesh Motie and Romario Shepherd, who maintained pressure with tight lines and kept the Irish middle order from settling.

Despite the deteriorating conditions, the bowlers kept the intensity high, earning a comprehensive win that reflected not just talent, but superior execution in all departments.

Carty’s Emergence a Big Boost Ahead of T20 Series

Keacy Carty’s consecutive hundreds (170 in this match and 102 in the previous outing) have arguably been the biggest positive for the West Indies ODI setup. With big-ticket tournaments on the horizon, including the ICC Champions Trophy and next year’s World Cup cycle, his emergence as a dependable top-order batter could solve long-standing stability issues for the Caribbean side.

Captain Shai Hope, already a proven performer, was vocal in praising Carty’s growth, stating post-match that "Keacy is showing the composure and aggression we need at this level, especially in tricky conditions.”

Ireland’s Batting Depth Under Scrutiny

For Ireland, the defeat will sting not just for the margin, but for the way the innings unraveled. While Carmichael’s technique and Stirling’s brief cameo were bright spots, the team lacked stability in the middle overs. Injuries certainly played a part, but the inability to build meaningful partnerships and absorb pressure underlines areas for improvement.

Coach Heinrich Malan acknowledged the challenge, saying, “We’ve learned plenty this series. While we were competitive at moments, West Indies punished every lapse. We’ll regroup and come back stronger for the T20s.”

What’s Next: T20 Series Begins in Bready

With the ODI series now in the books, the two teams will switch gears for a three-match T20I series starting next month in Bready. Both squads are expected to rotate, giving younger players and fringe contenders a platform to shine ahead of the global T20 calendar.

For West Indies, it will be an opportunity to test their explosive talents in the shortest format, while Ireland will aim to bounce back on more familiar turf and close the tour on a high.