India have qualified for the ICC Cricket World Cup 2015 quarter-finals after winning all their four matches. They will now need to beat Ireland on Tuesday in order to confirm top spot in Pool B. Catch all the live updates and scores from the match: (LIVE Scorecard | Standings | Full Coverage )
If they beat either of Ireland (March 10) and Zimbabwe (March 14) India will end up as Pool B toppers (B1). Bangladesh, currently third in Pool A, have to play New Zealand (A1) on Friday (March 13).
India of course, still cannot afford to relax. Their clash against Ireland in Hamilton could be a potential banana skin. India were in sublime form during the Australian phase of their World Cup campaign but they will be wary of the giant-killing Irish in New Zealand, where bowlers have had a lot of say.
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A relaxed Indian team during a training session ahead of their World Cup match against Ireland.
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Shami has been in top form and bagged three wickets to skittle out West Indies for 182 on Friday.
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