Ireland Clinch the Series Against Kenya

Dublin: Ireland defeated Kenya by 52 runs on Saturday to take an unassailable 2-0 lead in their one-day international series. 

Set a target of 175, Ireland eased to a Duckworth-Lewis target of 104 for one from 21 overs.

Alex Obanda's 59 was the main contribution for the Kenyans, who chose to bat first.

But Trent Johnson picked up four wickets to limit the tourists, who were bowled out in 45.1 overs

Ireland openers William Porterfield and Gary Wilson (51) shared a century stand, until the captain was bowled by veteran Steve Tikolo.

Brief score: Ireland 104-1 (G Wilson 51 no) beat Kenya 175 (A Obanda 59) by 52 runs (D/L Method)