England vs Ireland, 3rd ODI: ENG vs IRE Head to Head, Playing XI, Preview, Where to Watch on TV, Online, and Live Streaming Details

England take on Ireland in the third and final ODI of the series on Tuesday, September 26.

Published - 25 Sept 2023, 17:52 IST | Updated - 25 Sept 2023, 17:57 IST

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England and Ireland are all set to continue their ongoing series as they gear up to take on each other in the third and final ODI of the series at the Gloucestershire Cricket Stadium in Bristol, on Tuesday, September 26.

The first ODI of the series was abandoned without a ball being bowled. However, England put forth a brilliant performance in the second ODI and managed to register a comfortable 48-run victory. Will Jacks and Sam Hain played brilliant knocks, with Rehan Ahmed and George Scrimshaw showcasing their skills with the ball.

As the third ODI approaches, England will look to put forth yet another impressive performance in the final ODI and clinch the series. As the World Cup 2023 looms around the corner, England will look to finish the series on a positive note.

Pitch and conditions

The surface at the Gloucestershire Cricket Stadium in Bristol offers a pitch that is preferable for the batters. Furthermore, as the day goes on, the batting becomes even easier on the ground. Opting to bat first and posting a big total on the board could prove to be a good decision at this venue.

Probable Playing XIs for ENG vs. IRE, 3rd ODI

England

England will be keen on fielding a lineup that has minimal to no changes from their previous games. Under the leadership of Zak Crawley, the hosts will hope for yet another dominant performance in the final ODI of the series.

England's predicted XI: Zak Crawley (c), Ben Duckett, Phil Salt, Will Jacks, Sam Hain, Jamie Smith (wk), Brydon Carse, Rehan Ahmed, Tom Hartley, Matthew Potts, and George Scrimshaw

Ireland

The same could be the case for Ireland. Led by Paul Stirling, Ireland put forth a brilliant showing with the bat during the run chase. However, if the side is able to improve in the bowling department, they will have a shot at levelling the series.

Ireland's predicted XI: Paul Stirling (c), Andrew Balbirnie, Curtis Campher, Harry Tector, Lorcan Tucker (wk), George Dockrell, Andy McBrine, Mark Adair, Barry McCarthy, Craig Young, Josh Little