IRE vs NZ Match Prediction, 1st ODI – Who will win today’s match between Ireland and New Zealand?

The home team Ireland will take on New Zealand in a three-match ODI series starting on July 10 (Sunday). The visitors are missing several key players from their squad but will back themselves to win against the Irish side. Meanwhile, Ireland has announced a full-strength squad for the fixture and will look to give a strong competition to the visitors.

The Kiwi side will be missing a few of their key players including Kane Williamson, Mitchell Santner, Trent Boult, and Tim Southee among other players. The Blackcaps still have a strong line-up including Finn Allen, Martin Guptill, Tom Latham, and Henry Nicholls.

Match details

Venue: Castle Avenue, Dublin

Date and Time: July 10, 2022, 10:30 AM Local Time

Live Streaming: Fancode

Pitch Report

The wicket at Castle Avenue is expected to be good for batting with batters looking to play their shots freely after getting set. The boundaries are also not big at the venue which makes bowling more difficult. Skipper winning the toss might look to bowl first.

IRE vs NZ, 1st ODI Probable playing XI

Ireland:

Stephen Doheny, Andrew Balbirnie (c), Gareth Delany, Harry Tector, Lorcan Tucker, George Dockrell, Mark Adair, Andrew McBrine, Craig Young, Joshua Little, Simi Singh

New Zealand:

Finn Allen, Michael Bracewell, Tom Latham (c), Martin Guptill, Henry Nicholls, Will Young, Ish Sodhi, Matt Henry, Adam Milne, Lockie Ferguson, Blair Tickner

IRE vs NZ, 1st ODI Probable Top Performers

Probable best batter of the match

Andrew Balbirnie:

Ireland skipper Andrew Balbirnie is one of the most consistent performers his team. The right-handed batter was in excellent touch during the recently concluded series against India. Balbirnie will look to emulate his performance in the upcoming ODI series against New Zealand as well.

Probable best bowler of the match

Lockie Ferguson:

Express pacer Lockie Ferguson might enjoy bowling on the wickets in Ireland. Ferguson usually comes to bowl after the first ten overs and has the ability to create something from nothing. The right-arm pacer will be looking to have a good outing against Ireland in the upcoming series as well.

Today’s Match Prediction: New Zealand to win the match.

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Disclaimer: This 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.