IRE vs WI 1st T20I Match Prediction, Fantasy Cricket Tips, Playing XI, and Pitch Report West Indies Tour of Ireland 2025

Ireland vs West Indies T20I series 2025 is going on 1st T20I match played in Riverside Ground, Chester-Le-Street at 11:30 PM, stay updated with ScoreWaves for Ireland vs West Indies fantasy cricket tips

Ireland are set to host the West Indies in a three-match T20I series starting tomorrow, with all games scheduled to take place at the Bready Cricket Club in Magheramason. The series runs until June 15 and comes just a few weeks after these two sides played out a tightly contested ODI series that ended 1-1. 

This upcoming T20I clash pits two teams desperate to rediscover their rhythm in the shortest format. Ireland, ranked 11th in the ICC Men’s T20I standings, haven’t had much to celebrate in recent months. Their last T20I victory came way back in September 2024 against South Africa, a match that helped them tie that series. Since then, it’s been a bit of a rough ride. They followed that up with a rain-marred series in Zimbabwe, which they lost 1-0 after only one completed game. 

The West Indies, however, are having an even tougher time. They’re heading into this series carrying the weight of a seven-match losing streak in T20Is. Their most recent outing was nothing short of a disaster — a 3-0 drubbing at the hands of England, and before that, another clean sweep at home against Bangladesh. To make matters worse, long-time batter Nicholas Pooran has suddenly announced his retirement. 

Moreover, Ireland will be quietly confident. They’ve had the better of the West Indies in past T20I encounters, winning three out of six matches between the sides, not counting two games that were washed out. But while the wins have come in spurts, a full-fledged series win over the Caribbean side still eludes them — and they’ll be eager to change that in front of their home crowd.  

Head-to-Head: Ireland vs West Indies - Who Holds the Advantage?

If we talk about head to head record, then both the teams have faced each other 8 times in which Ireland has won 3 matches whereas West indies have won 3 matches. In such a situation, ieland will have an advantage in this match because they will be playing on their home ground.

The matches between the two teams are always tough. Ireland's team is looking in good form but West Indies' main batsmen need to take responsibility as they are getting out after getting set in previous ODI and T20I series vs England. For Ireland, both openers Paul Stirling and Andrew Balbirnie have looking in good touch.

Total Matches Played: 8

Ireland Wins: 3

West Indies Wins: 3

No Result/Abandoned Matches: 2

Despite Ireland having the firepower of Andrew Balbirnie (c), Paul Stirling, Harry Tector, Lorcan Tucker (wk), Curtis Campher, George Dockrell, and Gareth Denaly, West Indies' all-around strength and explosive players Andre Russel, Roston Chase and Romario Shepherd, give them the upper hand in this head-to-head contest. However, it’s always been a close battle.

Recent Forms of Ireland and West Indies:

IRL: L L W L L 

WI: L L L W W

Predictions: Who Will Win the Match?

As far as fantasy cricket is concerned, West Indies might have the edge with their explosive batting lineup led by Brandon King, Evin Lewis, Keacy Carty, Shai Hope(w/c), Amir Jangoo, Justin Greaves, and Roston Chase, but Ireland's balanced squad and the presence of all-rounders like George Dockrell and Andy McBrine make them a formidable opponent. Edgbaston, Birmingham, with its high-scoring potential, might slightly favor the batting-heavy teams, so expect a run-fest.

Injury Update:
Currently no injury concerns from both sides.

Ireland vs West Indies Match Date, Time, & Venue:   

Match: IRE vs WI 1st T20I Match  

Date: 12 June 2025  

Time: 7:30 PM  

Stadium: Civil Service Cricket Club 

Location: Belfast

Ireland vs West Indies Match Pitch Report:  

The 1st T20 match between Ireland vs West Indies, will be played on 12 June at 6:00 PM in Civil Service Cricket Club, Belfast. The Civil Service Cricket Club, Belfast hosted a total of 31 T20I matches, 13 matches won batting first and 17 matches won batting 2nd and 1 matches with no result. Civil Service Cricket Club traditionally provides a pitch that offers consistent bounce and pace, favoring fast bowlers, especially when conditions are overcast. However, with the forecasted weather indicating low clouds and a high of 20°C, the conditions may support swing bowling early in the innings. As the match progresses, the pitch is likely to remain true, allowing batsmen to play their shots confidently. But every team wants to be batting first due to previous records.

T20I Stats	Value
Total Matches	31
Batting First Won	13
Bowling First Won	17
1st Innings Average Score	124
2nd Innings Average Score	109
Highest Total	190/5 BAN vs IRE
Lowest Total	53/10 NEP vs IRE
Highest Chased	180/4 NZ vs IRE
Lowest Defended	47/9 IRE vs BER

Possible Playing 11 for Ireland:   

Paul Stirling(c), Mark Adair, Harry Tector, Lorcan Tucker(w), Craig Young, George Dockrell, Gareth Delany, Curtis Campher, Barry McCarthy, Liam McCarthy, Joshua Little, 

Bench:  Ross Adair, Matthew Humphreys, Benjamin White 

Possible Playing 11 for West Indies:

Evin Lewis, Johnson Charles, Shai Hope (c & wk), Shimron Hetmyer, Sherfane Rutherford, Rovman Powell, Romario Shepherd, Jason Holder, Gudakesh Motie, Akeal Hosein, Alzarri Joseph

Bench: Matthew Forde, Keacy Carty, Jyd Goolie 

Ireland Key players:

Paul Stirling:  44 (59), 166 (139), 57 (65)

Harry Tector: 26 (36), 47 (36), 58 (45)

George Dockrell: DNB + 0/14 + 17 (28) + 1/49,  82 (53) + 1/38

Andy McBrine: 2/48, 3/37, 3/32

Joshua Little: 2/57, 1/59, 1/39

Liam McCarthy: 3/40, 4/63, 2/50

West Indies Key players: 

Evin Lewis: 0 (1), 39 (23), 16 (20), 59 (67), 10 (14)

Johnson Charls: 47 (39), 18 (15),  (35), 103 (105), 22 (26)

Shai Hope:  49 (38), 3 (7), 0(1), 78 (66), 25 (21)

Roston Chase: 24 (20) + 1/19, 0/49, 1/56, 4/84

Andre Russel: DNP, 12 (12), 22 (22) + 0/54, 4 (5) + 2/68

Romario Shepherd:  19 (11) + 1/45, 16 (12), DNP, 1/76, 0/88

Alzari Zoseph: 2/47, 1/51, 1/52, 4/31, 2/69

Ireland vs West indies 1st T20I Fantasy Team:   

Wicketkeepers:  Lorcan Tucker, Johnson Charles, Sai Hope

Batsman: Paul Stirling, Evin Lewis

All-rounders: Harry Tector, Mark Adair, Romario Shepherd

Bowlers: Barry McCarthy, Jason Holder, Alzarri Joseph 

Ireland vs West Indies Fantasy Team for Today Match:

 

Ireland vs West Indies Fantasy Prediction Captain and Vice-Captain:    

Choice 1: Romario Shepherd (C), Mark Adair (VC)  

Choice 2:  Johnson Charles (C), Paul Stirling (VC)

Ireland vs West Indies Fantasy 11 Prediction Backups:

 Joe Root, Jamie Smith, Evin Lewis, Justin Greaves

Disclaimer:  

The author has provided you with the above-mentioned match prediction on the basis of his research, understanding, and analysis, consider the points and make your own decision. 

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