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Australia produced a clinical all-round performance to hammer Ireland by 42 runs in a Super 12 game of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup at the Gabba, on Monday.

With this win, Australia moved to the second spot in Group 1 standings with five points in four matches. On the other hand, Ireland is in fourth spot with three points.

Australia skipper Aaron Finch played an excellent knock of 63 from 44 deliveries to guide his team to a commanding total of 179/5 in 20 overs, after they were invited to bat first.

Apart from Aaron, all-rounders Marcus Stoinis (35) and Mitchell Marsh (28) also made valuable contributions with the bat for the hosts.

Chasing a challenging total, Lorcan Tucker was the lone warrior for Ireland, who kept losing wickets at regular intervals. He looked in control, kept the scoreboard ticking and remained not out with his brilliant knock of 71 off 48.

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Glenn Maxwell (2/14), Adam Zampa (2/19), Pat Cummins (2/28), Mitchell Starc (2/43) shared two wickets each for Australia.