IR vs WI Prediction, 1st Match T20I (12 Jun 2025): Who will win today's between Ireland and West Indies?

Kai Grayson 11-Jun-2025 • 09:05

IR vs WI Match Preview

The West Indies will kick off their T20I tour of Ireland with the first match scheduled for June 12 at the Civil Service Cricket Club.

Both teams come into the contest with mixed form. Ireland's recent five-match record reads LDWDL, including a loss and a draw in their last two outings against the West Indies. The Windies defeated Ireland decisively in their most recent match, scoring an incredible 385/7 in 50 overs. In 29.5 overs, Ireland was all out at 165, giving the West Indies a commanding 197-run victory.

West Indies, on the other hand, have had a rough patch lately with five consecutive defeats, the most recent being a narrow 4-wicket loss to England in a T20I. England exposed flaws in the Caribbean bowling attack by chasing down a challenging 196/6 in 18.3 overs despite putting up a strong showing in 20 overs.

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IR vs WI Head-to-Head

The head-to-head record between Ireland and West Indies in T20Is is evenly poised, with one win each and one match ending in a draw.

IR vs WI Pitch Report

Civil Service Cricket Club, Northern Ireland

The Civil Service Cricket Club pitch generally offers something for both batters and bowlers. The surface should be rigid and carry reasonably well, giving the seamers early movement and spinners turn later in the innings. A par score here in T20s is around 160-170. Teams winning the toss may prefer chasing given recent successful trends.

IR vs WI Playing XI Prediction

Ireland (IR):

Andrew Balbirnie, Paul Stirling (C), Cade Carmichael, Harry Tector, Lorcan Tucker (wk), George Dockrell, Thomas Mayes, Andy McBrine, Barry McCarthy, Joshua Little, Liam McCarthy

West Indies (WI):

Evin Lewis, Keacy Carty, Shai Hope (C & wk), Amir Jangoo, Roston Chase, Justin Greaves, Matthew Forde, Alzarri Joseph, Gudakesh Motie, Shamar Joseph, Jayden Seales

IR vs WI Key Players to Watch

Best betsman (Rovman Powell):

Among the standout performers, West Indies' Rovman Powell will be a crucial batter to watch. Powell had an outstanding strike rate of 141.37 with 1,794 runs from 93 games, including one century and eight fifties. Known for his power-hitting in the death overs, he will be pivotal for West Indies, especially if they bat first and look to set a big total.

Best Bowler (Craig Young):

Craig Young of Ireland is the main bowling weapon. He has taken 84 wickets in 69 Twenty20 Internationals, with a best of 4/13, averaging 21.94 and keeping up a strong strike rate of 16.38. Young is a serious threat to the Windies team because of his ability to take wicket, especially in the middle overs.

IR vs WI Match Prediction

West Indies maintains the advantage despite recent defeats because of their potent batting lineup and previous victory over Ireland. If they execute their plans with the ball and Powell fires with the bat, they could dominate again. However, Ireland's familiarity with home conditions and Craig Young's bowling prowess could level the playing field.