Forde Equals ODI Fifty Record; Match Washed Out

West Indies fast bowler Matthew Forde equaled AB de Villiers' world record for the fastest ODI fifty, reaching the milestone in just 16 balls during the second ODI against Ireland in Dublin. Forde's explosive 58 off 19 balls, including eight sixes and two fours, helped the West Indies reach a total of 352 for 8. He notably hit four consecutive sixes off Josh Little in a single over. Keacy Carty contributed a century and captain Shai Hope scored 49 runs. However, rain prevented Ireland from beginning their chase, resulting in a no-result and allowing Ireland to retain a 1-0 lead in the three-match series. Forde is now only the second player, after de Villiers, to score an ODI fifty in 16 balls.