England secured a six-wicket victory against Ireland in the first one-day internationals in Southampton.
Sam Billings (67*) and David Willey (5/30) teamed up to seal the win with 22.1 overs to spare.
Ireland had managed to post 172 in 44.4 overs, with debutant Curtis Campher turning the highest scorer for his team at an unbeaten 59.
England now have 10 points in their first game of the World Cup Super League and a 1-0 lead in the series.
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