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BBC News
16-06-2025
- Sport
- BBC News
Ireland 'just fell short' against West Indies
Ireland captain Paul Stirling said that his side "just fell short" as they lost their T20 series against West Indies at West Indies won the third and final match of the series by 62 runs on Sunday after setting Ireland an unassailable 256 ensured the visitors won the series 1-0 after the first two games were abandoned due to the heavy rain, and despite his disappointment at the defeat, Stirling believes the game was a good test for Ireland against one of the world's best sides."[There are] some positives to take from it," he told BBC Sport NI."Bowling to a side like the West Indies, who are third or fourth in the world and have the most power of any team in international cricket, and to come up against them on a small enough pitch, they certainly showed what they were capable of, and the score was a tough one to chase." 'We've got a lot to work on' Ireland managed a respectable 194-7 in their innings and Stirling, who was dismissed after 13 runs in the second over, was pleased with their effort."The message was to go out and give it your all and we just fell short, but there were periods of the game where we feel we were up to the standard and the West Indies score, but it kept going up towards the end," he reserved praise for Matthew Humphreys, who took the wickets of Rovman Powell and Evin Lewis in the 12th over."That is one of the best spells of T20 international bowling I've witnessed from us," Stirling continued."The context too, he bowled a left hander at all stages and had short boundaries so to come out with 16 runs and two wickets is a real positive, he has really taken that new bowl in his stride and we're really happy with how he is trucking."Ireland are not in action again until September, when they face England in a three-day T20 series in is hoping that Ireland can use the intervening three-month period to work on areas they need to improve."We've got a lot to work on, we have domestic cricket coming up in the next weeks and the gap after that will be the tricky part, we have to come into September in better preparation than we are at already."
The Hindu
15-06-2025
- Sport
- The Hindu
IRE vs WI Live Streaming Info, 3rd T20I: When and where to watch West Indies tour of Ireland 2025; match details, squads
Ireland and West Indies will hope to get some game time when the two teams face off in the third T20 International at Bready Cricket Club on Sunday. The first two matches of the three-match series were abandoned without a ball being bowled due to rain. Last month, the two teams locked horns in a rain-blighted One-Day International series which ended in a 1-1 draw. Following that series, West Indies was blanked by England in three ODIs and as many T20Is, and the Shai Hope-led side will be keen to turn things around. IRE vs WI 3rd T20I - Match Details When will the third T20I between Ireland and West Indies take place? The third T20I between Ireland and West Indies will be held on Sunday, June 15. Where will the third T20I between Ireland and West Indies be held? The third T20I between Ireland and West Indies will take place at Bready Cricket Club, Magheramason, Bready. At what time will the third T20I between Ireland and West Indies begin? The third T20I between Ireland and West Indies will start at 7:30 PM IST. The toss will be held at 7 PM IST. Where to watch the live telecast of the third T20I between Ireland and West Indies in India? The third T20I between Ireland and West Indies will not be televised live in India. Where to watch the live stream of the third T20I between Ireland and West Indies in India? The third T20I between Ireland and West Indies will be streamed live on the FanCode app and website in India. THE SQUADS Ireland: Paul Stirling (c), Mark Adair, Harry Tector, Lorcan Tucker (wk), George Dockrell, Ross Adair, Gareth Delany, Curtis Campher, Matthew Humphreys, Craig Young, Barry McCarthy, Benjamin White, Joshua Little, Liam McCarthy. West Indies: Evin Lewis, Johnson Charles, Shai Hope (wk) (c), Shimron Hetmyer, Sherfane Rutherford (vc), Rovman Powell, Romario Shepherd, Jason Holder, Gudakesh Motie, Akeal Hosein, Alzarri Joseph, Matthew Forde, Keacy Carty, Jyd Goolie. Related Topics West Indies / Ireland
News18
14-06-2025
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- News18
Ireland Vs West Indies Highlights, 2nd T20I: Match Abandoned Without Toss
Last Updated: IRE vs WI 2nd T20I Highlights (Ireland national cricket team vs West Indies national cricket team): The second contest has also been abandoned due to rain. Ireland Vs West Indies, 2nd T20I: In their final leg of UK tour, West Indies are facing Ireland in a three-match T20I series. The first two matches have been abandoned due to rain. IRE Vs WI T20I Squads Ireland: Paul Stirling (captain), Lorcan Tucker (wicketkeeper), Harry Tector, George Dockrell, Ross Adair, Gareth Delany, Curtis Campher, Matthew Humphreys, Craig Young, Mark Adair, Barry McCarthy, Benjamin White, Joshua Little, Liam McCarthy West Indies: Evin Lewis, Johnson Charles, Shai Hope (captain and wicketkeeper), Shimron Hetmyer, Sherfane Rutherford, Rovman Powell, Romario Shepherd, Jason Holder, Gudakesh Motie, Akeal Hosein, Alzarri Joseph, Matthew Forde, Keacy Carty, Jyd Goolie Jun 14, 2025 21:01 IST Rain and a damp outfield have forced the abandonment of the 2nd T20I between Ireland and the West Indies. The umpires' inspection confirmed the conditions were unfit for play. The series now hinges on the final match, scheduled to take place at the same venue in less than 24 hours, effectively making it a one-match decider. Jun 14, 2025 20:40 IST UPDATE – 15.11 GMT – The match officials are strolling around and having a look at the pitch and the conditions as the covers still remain in place while the water is being mopped off it. It has got a bit brighter, but the drizzle persists. Jun 14, 2025 20:19 IST UPDATE – 14.49 GMT – It looks like another frustrating waiting game is in store. But not so far away in the other part of the UK, South Africa registered a historic WTC Final win, beating Australia by five wickets. Their years of agony and heartbreak have finally come to an end. It's their first-ever ICC title win since 1998 as well. Kudos to the Proteas team. Jun 14, 2025 19:49 IST UPDATE – 14.19 GMT – It's a steady drizzle now with the pitch and the square firmly under the covers. The umpires will have another inspection at 15.00 GMT. Jun 14, 2025 19:35 IST UPDATE – 14.03 GMT – The rain seems to have eased off a bit with the groundsmen doing their bit to remove water from the covers. It still looks pretty damp. The pitch inspection is around the corner, but we might be in for a longer delay. Stay tuned. Jun 14, 2025 19:06 IST UPDATE – 13.33 GMT -The toss has been delayed due to wet weather conditions, but let's hope that the conditions improve and we get some action. Jun 14, 2025 18:32 IST Hello and welcome to our coverage of the second T20I in the three-match series between Ireland and the West Indies, from the Bready Cricket Club. With the opening game washed out due to rain, all eyes will be on the weather once again as both teams gear up for a crucial clash in the shortest format. Jun 14, 2025 18:31 IST On the other hand, the West Indies arrive with something to prove. Despite a recent T20I whitewash at the hands of England, they impressed in the ODIs against Ireland last month and have retained much of that squad. Power-hitters like Rovman Powell, Shimron Hetmyer, and Evin Lewis bring firepower with the bat, while the bowling attack featuring Akeal Hosein, Jason Holder, and Alzarri Joseph has the pace and variety to trouble any lineup. So, can Ireland upset the odds and take the lead, or will the Men in Maroon bounce back and dominate the series? Stick tuned. Toss and team news coming up shortly! Jun 14, 2025 18:31 IST Ireland, led by Paul Stirling, have named a well-balanced squad. The experienced core of Mark Adair, Harry Tector, Lorcan Tucker, and George Dockrell will be key, while emerging talents like Liam McCarthy, Ross Adair, and Matthew Humphreys will be eager to make an impact when given the opportunity. The hosts will be hoping to land a blow and tilt the momentum in what's now a shortened series. Jun 13, 2025 19:20 IST With the frustrations of a washed-out series opener behind them, Ireland and the West Indies will shift their focus to the Bready Cricket Club in Bready for the second T20I. The abandonment of the first match at the same venue without a ball being bowled has effectively turned this three-match contest into a two-game shootout, raising the stakes for both sides as they seek to gain a crucial advantage. The weather will once again be a key talking point, with the forecast in Bready being closely monitored. Both teams will be desperate to get onto the park and showcase their skills after the damp squib of the first T20I. For Ireland, the series presents a significant opportunity to test their mettle against a full-member nation on home soil. However, their preparations have been hampered by the absence of several key players. The hosts will be without the services of experienced pacer Craig Young, and all-rounders Curtis Campher and Gareth Delany. In a further blow, star left-arm fast bowler Josh Little has been ruled out of the series with a niggle and has been replaced by Graham Hume. These absences will undoubtedly test the depth of the Irish squad, placing more responsibility on the shoulders of captain Paul Stirling, the explosive George Dockrell, and the ever-reliable Harry Tector. The West Indies, on the other hand, arrived in Ireland on the back of a tough tour of England, where they suffered defeats in both the ODI and T20I series. They will be eager to bounce back and assert their dominance over the Irish. The return of the dynamic left-handed batsman Shimron Hetmyer to the T20I squad adds significant firepower to their middle order. Hetmyer's ability to clear the ropes with ease could be a game-changer. The Windies will be looking for a more clinical performance, with the likes of Johnson Charles, Sherfane Rutherford, and the all-round prowess of Jason Holder and Romario Shepherd expected to play pivotal roles. The head-to-head record between the two sides in T20Is is surprisingly even, adding another layer of intrigue to the contest. In the nine matches played between them, both Ireland and the West Indies have registered three wins apiece, with the other three encounters ending in no results. This parity suggests that on their day, Ireland is more than capable of springing a surprise on the two-time T20 World Cup champions.
The Hindu
14-06-2025
- Sport
- The Hindu
IRE vs WI Live Streaming Info, 2nd T20I: When and where to watch West Indies tour of Ireland 2025; match details, squads
Ireland and West Indies are squaring off in a three-match Twenty20 International series, starting on Thursday at Bready Cricket Club. The first T20I was washed out. Here's all you need to know about the second T20I. IRE vs WI 2nd T20I - Match Details When will the second T20I between Ireland and West Indies take place? The second T20I between Ireland and West Indies will be held on Saturday, June 14. Where will the second T20I between Ireland and West Indies be held? The second T20I between Ireland and West Indies will take place at Bready Cricket Club, Magheramason, Bready. At what time will the second T20I between Ireland and West Indies begin? The second T20I between Ireland and West Indies will start at 7:30 PM IST. The toss will be held at 7 PM IST. Where to watch the live telecast of the second T20I between Ireland and West Indies in India? The second T20I between Ireland and West Indies will not be televised live in India. Where to watch the live stream of the second T20I between Ireland and West Indies in India? The second T20I between Ireland and West Indies will be streamed live on the FanCode app and website in India. THE SQUADS Ireland: Paul Stirling (c), Mark Adair, Harry Tector, Lorcan Tucker (wk), George Dockrell, Ross Adair, Gareth Delany, Curtis Campher, Matthew Humphreys, Craig Young, Barry McCarthy, Benjamin White, Joshua Little, Liam McCarthy. West Indies: Evin Lewis, Johnson Charles, Shai Hope (wk) (c), Shimron Hetmyer, Sherfane Rutherford (vc), Rovman Powell, Romario Shepherd, Jason Holder, Gudakesh Motie, Akeal Hosein, Alzarri Joseph, Matthew Forde, Keacy Carty, Jyd Goolie.
BBC News
11-06-2025
- Sport
- BBC News
Ireland call up Hume to replace injured Little
Left-arm paceman Josh Little has been withdrawn from Ireland's squad for the forthcoming three-match T20I series against West Indies at Hume has been called up as his replacement for the triple-header, which starts on Thursday, and continues on Saturday and Sunday."Josh had a niggle yesterday at training and pulled up. So unfortunately, he's missing out," explained Ireland captain Paul Stirling on Wednesday."He's going back to England now to prepare over there, to try and get himself right. Graham Hume comes in for him. "So unfortunately, that's one more change that seems to be the order of the day recently. Again, with all these things, as with the ODIs, it brings opportunities for players who maybe didn't expect to be around."Ireland are also without Craig Young, Curtis Campher and Gareth Delany for the upcoming games, which follow on from a drawn ODI series between the sides in West Indies come into the matches on the back of a 3-0 T20I series defeat by England.
