IRE vs WI Match Prediction - Who will win today’s 2nd T20I match between Ireland and West Indies?

After the first T20I was abandoned by rain in Bready, West Indies (WI) are set to lock horns with Ireland (IRE) in the second T20I in the three-match series on Saturday, June 14.

The preceding three-match ODI series ended in a draw, with Ireland winning the first game and West Indies emerging victorious in the third. The second ODI was washed out due to rain.

Ireland's most recent T20I assignment was against Zimbabwe in Harare in February. Two out of the three games were washed out, while Zimbabwe won the other contest by three wickets to bag the series.

Meanwhile, the West Indies were whitewashed in a three-match T20I series earlier this month in the United Kingdom by England. The second T20I promises to be a riveting clash at the Civil Service Cricket Club in Belfast.

IRE vs WI Match Details

Civil Service Cricket Club Pitch Report

The Civil Service Cricket Club has hosted 26 T20Is so far. Teams batting first have won 10 matches, while chasing teams have emerged victorious on 16 occasions. The average first-innings total is 136. The new ball is expected to move around, and the opening batters will have to mix caution with aggression. Instead of aiming too high, the team batting first should look to get to a score of around 160-170.

Head-to-Head record

IRE vs WI Predicted Playing XIs

Ireland

Andrew Balbirnie, Paul Stirling (C), Ross Adair, Lorcan Tucker (WK), Harry Tector, Mark Adair, George Dockrell, Barry McCarthy, Josh Little, Ben White, Gavin Hoey

West Indies

Evin Lewis, Shai Hope (C & WK), Keacy Carty, Rovman Powell, Sherfane Rutherford, Jason Holder, Shimron Hetmyer, Romario Shepherd, Akeal Hosein, Gudakesh Motie, Alzarri Joseph

Probable Best performers

Probable best batter: Shai Hope

Shai Hope will look to win his first game as West Indies' full-time white-ball captain. The wicketkeeper-batter has improved his aggressive game commendably in recent years. His ability to hit shots straight down the ground could stand him in good stead in Belfast.

Probable best bowler - Craig Young

Craig Young is an experienced pacer who finished as the highest wicket-taker against Zimbabwe, picking up eight wickets in three games at an average of 9.63. The 35-year-old has played 68 T20Is so far and picked up 84 wickets at an average of 21.94 and an economy rate of 8.04. Young's spell with the new ball is going to be crucial for the home side.

Today's Match Prediction: Chasing team to win the match

Scenario 1

• Ireland win the toss and opt to bowl first
• Powerplay: 50-60
• WI: 140-150
• Ireland win the match

Scenario 2

• West Indies win the toss and opt to bowl first
• Powerplay: 45-55
• IRE: 130-140
• West Indies 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.