On St Patrick's Day 2007, Ireland pulled off a major World Cup upset by beating which Test-playing nation in their group match?

Answer Explanation

On 17 March 2007, Ireland bowled Pakistan out for 132 and won by 3 wickets, one of the biggest shocks in World Cup history, helping send Pakistan out in the group stage.

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