Brisbane, Oct 31 (PTI) Skipper Aaron Finch struck a fine half-century to guide Australia to a competitive 179 for five against Ireland in a T20 World Cup match here on Monday.

Finch made 63 off 44 balls, while Marcus Stoinis scored 35 off 25 deliveries after Australia were sent in to bat.

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Barry McCarthy (3/29) was the pick of the bowlers for Ireland, while left-arm pacer Josh Little (2/21) scalped two wickets.

Brief Scores:

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Australia: 179 for 5 in 20 overs (Aaron Finch 63; Barry McCarthy 3/29). PTI SSC

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