Stirling whirlwind takes Ireland to title
Ireland and Afghanistan served up a blistering classic in the final of the World Twenty20 Qualifier in Dubai, putting to rest any fears that the game would be an anti-climax
03/24Result
Final, ICC World Twenty20 Qualifier at Dubai (DSC), Mar 24 2012
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![Afghanistan]( "Afghanistan")
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![Ireland]( "Ireland")
156/5 (18.5/20 ov)
Player of the Match
03/24Result
Final, ICC World Twenty20 Qualifier at Dubai (DSC), Mar 24 2012
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![Afghanistan]( "Afghanistan")
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![Ireland]( "Ireland")
156/5 (18.5/20 ov)
Player of the Match
Match Day
Shahzad steps up again on the big stage
The next step in Afghanistan's journey is closing the gap between them and the second-tier Full Members. With players like Mohammad Shahzad forging an identity that commands attention, that day may come soon