The New Zealand team moved up from the 10th position to the 5th position after winning the first two ODIs against Ireland. The Kiwis are the only team who are yet to be defeated in the cycle of ICC Cricket World Cup Super League, with 8 wins in all 8 matches and 80 points to their name.
Ireland, on the other hand, are still outside the top 8 with two consecutive losses and are occupying the 9th spot on the points table with 6 wins and 12 losses in 20 matches, accumulating 68 points to their name.
In both the first & second ODI, Ireland were almost on the brink of victory. However, Michael Bracewell attained the win for the Black Caps in both matches. In the first ODI, Harry Tector powered Ireland to 300/9 in 50 overs with his knock of 113 runs in 117 balls with 14 fours & 3 sixes.