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Defending champions make strong statement in opening game
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William Porterfield’s ton not enough as Pakistan easily chase a modest total in Adelaide
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Ireland’s Pool B rivals defend low total to win by 29 runs on Duckworth-Lewis method
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Second World Cup win by 129 runs in Ireland’s pool B
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Ireland’s Pool B rivals restrict Pakistan to low score but Irfan and Riaz in the wickets at The Gabba
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Windies produce with the bat as they did against Ireland but bowlers back them up in Christchurch
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Batsman makes fourth century in five knocks at ground as champions start defence with win over neighbours
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