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West Indies are set to face Ireland in the second match of the Women’s T20I series at the Daren Sammy National Cricket Stadium. The hosts enter the contest brimming with confidence , setting the stage for another captivating clash.
The West Indies team can attribute their success in the first match to the outstanding performance of Hayley Matthews. The star all-rounder proved to be the standout performer for the home side, making significant contributions with both bat and ball. Matthews delivered a stellar bowling display, claiming three wick💎ets for just 22 runs in her allotted four overs, putting the Irish b൲atting lineup under pressure.
Moreover, Matthews showcased h😼er skills with the bat, playing a pivotal knock ofಌ 37 runs at the top of the order. Her innings played a vital role in the successful chase of the target set by Ireland, demonstrating her ability to deliver under pressure.
On the other hand, Ireland’s captain Laura Delany exhibited her batting prowess by scoring a commendable 34 runs off 36 deliveries. Delany’s contribution played a crucial role in Ireland’s competitive total in the previous match. Meanwhile, Arlene Kelly emerged aওs the star bowler for the Irish side, finishing with impressive figures of three wick🍒ets for 21 runs.
Pitch report:
The Daren Sammy Cricket Ground in St Lucia is consistently provides a favorable playing surface with good bounce and carry, benefiting both fast bowlers and𒊎 spinners. During the initial phases of the match, the fast bowlers can anticipate support from the pitch, while as the game progresses, the batters can relish the true bounce and even carඣry, creating an exciting contest for all players involved.
Head-to-head record:
Played: 05 | 💝WI woꦅn: 05 | IRE won: 0 | No Result: 0
Probable XIs:
West Indies: Hayley Matthews (c), R𒈔ashada Williams, Shabika Gajnabi, Chinelle Henry, Shemaine Campbelle (wk), Zaida James, Afy Fletcher, Cherry Ann Fraser, Shamilia Connell, Ashmini Munisar, Stafanie Taylor
Ireland: Amy Hunter (wk), Gaby Lewis, Orla Prendergast, Laura Delany (c), Eimear Richardson, Rebecca Stokell, Arlene 🔯Kelly, Ava Canning, Louise Little, Cara Murray, Aimee Maguire
Dream11 Prediction:
- Wicketkeeper: Amy Hunter
- Batters: Rashada Williams, Gaby Lewis
- All-rounders: Chinelle Henry, Hayley Matthews (c), Laura Delany, Eimear Richardson (vc)
- Bowlers: Shamilia Connell, Afy Fletcher, Cara Murray, Arlene Kelly (vc)
Squads:
West Indies: Hayleyཧ Matthews (c), Shemaine Campbelle (wk), Aaliyah Alleyne, Shamilia Connell, Chinelle Henry, Afy Fletcher, Cherry Ann Fraser, Shabika Gajnabi, Zaida James, Djenaba Joseph, Qiana Joseph, Ashmini Munisar, Stafanie Taylor, Rashada Williams
Ireland: Laura Delany (c), Ava Canning, Georgina Dempsey, Amy Hunter (wk), Arlene Kelly, 🍬Gaby Lewis, Louise Little, Sophie MacMahon, Aimee Maguire, Cara Murray, Leah Paul, Orla Prendergast, Eimear Richardson, Rebecca Stokell, Mary Waldron.
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