IN-W vs IR-W, 1st ODI: Match Prediction, Dream11 Team, Fantasy Tips and Pitch Report | India vs Ireland 2025

India will face Ireland in their first ODI three game series on 10 January 2025, at the Saurashtra Cricket Association Stadium in Rajkot. This match is the first meeting between the two teams since May 2017 and is part of the ICC Women’s Championship 2022-25. The Indian squad, led by the captain Smriti Mandhanahas a strong lineup with talented players like Deepti Sharma i Richa Ghoshwho are expected to play a critical role in the team’s performance.

On the other hand, Ireland, captained by Gaby Lewiswill be looking to make a significant impact against a well-established Indian side. With a mix of experienced players and emerging talent, Ireland aim to use this opportunity to gain valuable experience and potentially challenge the hosts. As both teams gear up for this exciting opener in Rajkot, cricket enthusiasts can look forward to a competitive match that promises to kick off the ODI series with intensity and anticipation.

Ireland Women tour of India 2024, 1st ODI:

• Date and time: January 10, 05:30 GMT/ 11:00 local/ 11:00 IST
• place: Saurashtra Cricket Association Stadium, Rajkot

Saurashtra Cricket Association Stadium Field Report

The pitch at the Saurashtra Cricket Association Stadium in Rajkot is known to be batsmen-friendly, offering good support to the batsmen right from the start. It typically features a hard surface that allows for consistent bounce and pace, making it conducive to stroke play. Bowlers may find it a challenge to contain the runs, especially in the opening overs, as the ball tends to come into the bat well. However, the spinners could play a crucial role as the match progresses, especially in the middle overs when the pitch may start to diminish slightly. Dew can also be a factor in night games, potentially helping the chasing side. Generally, teams winning the toss may prefer to bat first to set a competitive total, but the chase could also be viable if conditions favor batting later in the day.

IN-W vs IR-W Dream11 Prediction Picks:

• Wicketkeepers: Richa GhoshCoulter Reilly
• beaters: Smriti Mandhana, Gaby Lewis, Leah Paul, Jemimah Rodrigues, Harleen Deol
• versatile: Deepti Sharma, Orla Prendergast
• Bowlers: Titas Sadhu, Aimee Maguire

IN-W vs IR-W Dream11 Prediction Captain and Vice Captain:

Option 1: Smriti Mandhana (c), Gaby Lewis (vc)
Option 2: Richa Ghosh (c), Orla Prendergast (vc)

READ also: 5 Indian players to watch out for in Women’s ODI series against Ireland

IN-W vs IR-W Dream11 Prediction Backups:

Laura Delany, Priya Mishra, Arlene Kelly, Saima Thakor

IN-W vs IR-W Dream11 Team for today’s match (January 10, 05:30 GMT):

Equipment:

India: Smriti Mandhana (c), Deepti Sharma (vc), Pratika Rawal, Harleen Deol, Jemimah Rodrigues, Uma Chetry (seven), Richa Ghosh (seven), Tejal Hasabnis, Raghvi Bist, Minnu Mani, Priya Mishra, Tanuja Kanwer, Titas Sadhu , Saima Thakor, Sayali Satghare

Ireland: Sarah Forbes, Gaby Lewis (c), Joanna Loughran (wk), Orla Prendergast, Laura Delany, Leah Paul, Una Raymond-Hoey, Arlene Kelly, Ava Canning, Freya Sargent, Aimee Maguire, Rebecca Stokell, Georgina Dempsey, Alana Dalzell, Coulter Reilly

READ also: 5 Ireland players to watch out for in Women’s ODI series against India

This article was first published in WomenCricket.coma Cricket time company