Indian opener Shikhar Dhawan today scored his second century of the ongoing Cricket World Cup to anchor India to a commanding position in the chase of a 260-run target set by Ireland at Hamilton. When reports last came in, India were 253 for two in 36 overs, with Virat Kohli and Ajinkhya Rahane at the crease. The defending champions now need just 7 runs in 14 overs.Dhawan and fellow opener Rohit Sharma began the run-chase with some explosive batting, with both sharing 174 runs for the opening wicket off just 140 balls. While Rohit was out for 64, Dhawan made 100, his eighth ODI century.Earlier, after opting to bat first, Ireland were bowled out for 259 in 49 overs. Paceman Mohammed Shami was the pick of the bowlers. He bagged 3 wickets. For Ireland, Niall O'Brien top scored with 75.With 4 victories in as many games, India is currently at the top of Pool-B, and already into the quarter-finals. Ireland, on the other hand, are fourth in the group, with 3 wins from 4 games.