Ireland Women vs England Women, 1st ODI: Match Prediction – Who will win today’s match between IRE-W vs ENG-W?

In this article we will be analyzing the Ireland Women vs England Women Match Prediction. Ireland (IRE-W) and England (ENG-W) are all set to lock horns in the first ODI of the three-match series on Saturday, September 7, at the Civil Service Cricket Club, Stormont, in Belfast. The tourists are on a white ball tour and will be playing a three-match T20I series after the one-dayers. The series is part of the ICC Women’s Championship 2022-25

The hosts are coming off a historic white-ball series win against Sri Lanka women last month. The island nation was on a tour to Ireland and lost the ODI series by a 2-1 margin. Arlene Kelly was named the player of the series for her performance with both ball and bat.

Meanwhile, the English side is also coming off a dominating performance, defeating New Zealand women in both the ODI and T20I series at home. The Three Lions completely outplayed the opposition and throughout the series kept the visitors on the backfoot.

BAN-W vs AUS-W Match Details

Civil Service Cricket Club Pitch Report and Conditions

The pitch at the Civil Service Cricket Club Stadium is batting-friendly. The average first innings score at this venue is 207 runs. The hosts have so far played four games at this venue, the last one being in 2021, and have won three out of four games. The captain that wins the toss shall opt to bat first and put on a defendable target for the opponents to chase.

Also check: Ireland Women vs England Women Live Score, 1st ODI

IRE-W vs ENG-W Head-to-Head Record in ODIs

IRE-W vs ENG-W Predicted Playing XI

Ireland Women:

Sarah Forbes, Gaby Lewis (c), Amy Hunter, Orla Prendergast, Leah Paul, Rebeca Stokell, Arlene Kelly, Alice Tector, Freya Sargent, Jane Maguire, Alana Dalzell.

England Women:

Tammy Beaumont, Bess Heath, Emma Lamb, Bryony Smith, Maddy Villiers, Freya Kemp, Hollie Armitage, Kate Cross (c), Issy Wong, Lauren Filer, Hannah Baker.

IRE-W vs ENG-W Probable Top Performers of the Match

Probable Best Batter: Orla Prendergast

Irish all-rounder Orla Prendergast could be the best batter in the upcoming first ODI against England women. The 22-year-old recently became the first Irish woman to get picked in a Women’s Big Bash League (WBBL) overseas draft. Currently featuring in the Rachael Heyhoe Flint Trophy, she has played three games in 44 runs.

Probable Best Bowler: Issy Wong

England’s Issy Wong could be the best bowler in the opening ODI against Ireland women. Wong also is currently playing the Rachael Heyhoe Flint Trophy and has featured in 10 games and scalped eight wickets. The medium pacer has the knack for picking crucial wickets and will be hoping to do the same in the upcoming fixture.

Today’s Match Prediction: Team batting first to win the match

Scenario – 1

Ireland Women win the toss and bat

Powerplay Score – 15-20

First Innings Score – 100-110

Ireland Women win the match

Scenario – 2

England Women win the toss and bat

Powerplay Score – 20-25

First Innings Score – 110-120

England Women win the match

Disclaimer: The prediction is based on the understanding, analysis, and instinct of the author. While making your prediction, consider the points mentioned, and make your own decision.