Ireland will take on England in the 2nd T20I of the England tour of Ireland 2025 at The Village, Dublin. Both teams will be looking to continue their momentum from the series opener, with Ireland aiming to challenge the English side and England looking to seal the series.
Probable Playing XIs
Ireland (IRE): –
Paul Stirling, Ross Adair, Harry Tector, Lorcan Tucker, Curtis Campher, George Dockrell, Gareth Delany, Barry McCarthy, Graham Hume, Matthew Humphreys, Craig Young
England (ENG): –
Phil Salt, Jos Buttler, Jacob Bethell, Rehan Ahmed, Tom Banton, Sam Curran, Will Jacks, Jamie Overton, Liam Dawson, Adil Rashid, Luke Wood
Head-to-Head Stats
In their last five T20I meetings, England has won 1, while Ireland has managed 1 victory, giving England the advantage going into this match.
Pitch Report
The pitch at The Village, Dublin is typically favorable for both batting and bowling. Pacers may get some movement early, especially with the new ball, while batters will find the conditions favorable as the innings progresses. Spinners are likely to play a significant role in the middle overs.
Weather Forecast
The weather in Dublin is expected to be partly cloudy, with temperatures ranging between 16–18°C and humidity levels around 70%. There is no forecast for rain, ensuring a full match.
Prediction
England enters as the favorites with a strong, balanced team. However, Ireland, with their home advantage, will look to capitalize on any slip-ups by the visitors. Based on recent form, England are more likely to win the 2nd T20I.
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