The stage is set for an exciting clash as India take on Ireland in the second Women’s ODI on January 12, 2025. After securing a convincing victory in the series opener, the Indian team is eager to continue their winning momentum and clinch the series.
Led by their in-form players, India delivered an all-round performance in the first match, showcasing dominance with both bat and ball. The team will look to replicate that effort in the second ODI and seal the series with one match to spare.
For Ireland, the upcoming game is a must-win encounter to stay alive in the series. The visitors will need to regroup quickly, address their shortcomings from the first match, and deliver a strong performance to level the series. With their backs against the wall, Ireland will be motivated to challenge the hosts and keep their hopes alive.
Ireland Women tour of India 2024, 2nd ODI:
- Date and Time: January 12, 05:30 am GMT/ 11:00 am local/ 11:00 am IST
- Venue: Saurashtra Cricket Association Stadium, Rajkot
Saurashtra Cricket Association Stadium Pitch Report:
The pitch at the Saurashtra Cricket Association Stadium in Rajkot is known for its batting-friendly nature, offering excellent support to batters from the outset. Its hard surface provides consistent bounce and pace, making stroke play easier. Bowlers often face a tough challenge in the early overs as the ball comes onto the bat smoothly, making run containment difficult. However, spinners could prove crucial as the game progresses, especially during the middle overs when the pitch might begin to slow down. In evening matches, dew could become a significant factor, potentially benefiting teams batting second.
IN-W vs IR-W Dream11 Prediction Picks:
- Wicketkeeper: Richa Ghosh
- Batters: Smriti Mandhana, Gaby Lewis, Leah Paul, Harleen Deol
- All-rounders: Deepti Sharma, Orla Prendergast, Pratika Rawal
- Bowlers: Titas Sadhu, Aimee Maguire, Priya Mishra
IN-W vs IR-W Dream11 Prediction Captain and Vice-Captain:
Choice 1: Smriti Mandhana (c), Gaby Lewis (vc)
Choice 2: Deepti Sharma (c), Orla Prendergast (vc)
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IN-W vs IR-W Dream11 Prediction Backups:
Laura Delany, Jemimah Rodrigues, Arlene Kelly, Saima Thakor
IN-W vs IR-W Dream11 Team for today’s match (January 12, 05:30 am GMT):
Squads:
India: Smriti Mandhana (c), Deepti Sharma (vc), Pratika Rawal, Harleen Deol, Jemimah Rodrigues, Uma Chetry (wk), Richa Ghosh (wk), 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
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This article was first published at WomenCricket.com, a Cricket Times company.
