West Indies vs Ireland T20 Series: Rain Plays Spoilsport in Ireland!
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The West Indies' T20 international series against Ireland has been significantly impacted by persistent rain, leaving cricket fans in Ireland disappointed. The second T20 international, scheduled to be played in Bready on Saturday, was washed out due to heavy rainfall, adding to the frustration after the opening game was abandoned without a single ball being bowled on Thursday.
Cricket Ireland confirmed the abandonment via their X account, stating, "The match unfortunately has been abandoned due to consistent wet conditions." The series now hinges on the final game, scheduled to take place in Bready on Sunday, weather permitting. The West Indies will be eager to get some game time after arriving in Ireland following recent series losses.
Earlier Encounters
Earlier in the year, the West Indies and Ireland faced off in a three-match one-day international series, which ended in a 1-1 draw in May, demonstrating the competitive spirit between the two sides. However, the West Indies are looking to recover from a recent 3-0 series whitewash against England in both the one-day international and T20 formats. These losses have placed pressure on the team to perform well in the current series.
Upcoming Match Details
Where to Watch:
For fans in South Africa keen to catch the action (if the weather permits!), the final T20I between Ireland and West Indies will be live-streamed on the SonyLIV app.
Pitch Report (Civil Service Cricket Club, Belfast):
The Civil Service Cricket Club in Belfast, which was to host the second T20I, has hosted 26 T20I matches previously. Teams batting second have a slight advantage, winning 16 matches compared to 10 won by teams batting first. The average first innings total is 136 runs. Fast bowlers might find some movement with the new ball, requiring openers to exercise caution. A score of 160-170 would be a competitive target for teams batting first.
Predicted Teams
- Wicketkeepers: Johnson Charles, Shai Hope
- Batters: Ewin Lewis, Paul Stirling
- All-rounders: George Dockrell, Mark Adair, Harry Tector, Romario Shepherd
Cricket enthusiasts will be hoping for better weather on Sunday to witness an exciting conclusion to the series.