Published on: Sep 16, 2025 6:00 pm IST | Updated on: Sep 18, 2025 12:51 pm IST
The Englishmen are all set to tour their neighbors, i.e., Ireland, for a 3-match T20I series starting from the 17th of September. All three games will be played at this very venue, and both teams will be willing to kick off the series with a bang, i.e., with a win. England will be the firm favorites not only for this match but for the entire series. For the hosts, it is going to be a tough series against one of the strongest outfits in this series. In this post, we have come up with free expert tips for the 1st T20I, IRE vs ENG at The Village, Dublin.
Ireland and England are two teams that have had different fortunes in recent times. Ireland haven’t won a single game out of their last 5, whereas England is heading into this game after a record win over South Africa at home. England should start as the favorites in this fixture, and the win probability will fall in their favor. Let’s continue with the post and find out the best cricket tips for the IRE vs ENG 1st T20I at The Village in Dublin.
IRE: 28% win chance ENG: 72% win chance
Ross Adair has had a terrific start to his T20I career. In 3 matches so far, Adair has scored 166 runs at an outstanding average of 55.33 and striking at 159.61.
The wicket-keeper veteran batter was magnificent in the last T20I against South Africa. He will be a top draw in this game to score runs.
The Irish batter will be batting in the middle order. He is a free-flow batter who can score runs freely.
Phil Salt scored his fastest ton in the last game he played against South Africa. He will be a top bet in this game.
Check out our prediction for the IRE vs ENG 1st T20I at The Village in Dublin.
England will be eager to stamp their authority in the opening T20I against Ireland at The Village, Dublin, with rising star Jacob Bethell making history as England’s youngest-ever men’s captain. Fresh off a high-scoring series against South Africa, the visitors boast a dynamic lineup featuring Phil Salt, Jos Buttler, and Sam Curran—all capable of turning the game in a matter of overs. Bethell’s leadership debut adds intrigue, and he’ll be banking on England’s explosive top order and versatile bowling attack to set the tone early in the series.
Ireland, led by Paul Stirling, will look to challenge England’s firepower, but their recent form has been patchy. With the Dublin pitch expected to be a batting paradise, England may opt to bat first and post a daunting total. A dominant start here could set the tone for the series and reinforce England’s depth and adaptability under new leadership.
Ireland face a daunting challenge as they prepare to contain a power-packed England side in the 1st T20I at The Village, Dublin. With Jacob Bethell leading a dynamic squad featuring Jos Buttler, Phil Salt, and Sam Curran, England arrives with explosive batting depth and a versatile bowling attack. Ireland, on the other hand, are still searching for rhythm after a string of inconsistent performances and will be without key pacers Mark Adair and Josh Little due to injury.
Paul Stirling and Harry Tector will need to fire at the top, while Matthew Humphreys and Barry McCarthy must deliver breakthroughs early to keep England’s aggressive top order in check. The Dublin pitch is expected to favor batters, making Ireland’s task even tougher. To pull off an upset, Ireland will need near-perfect execution and standout individual performances. Anything less, and England’s firepower could prove overwhelming from the very first ball. Let’s move ahead and check the cricket tips.
Matches Played: 2 ENG won: 0 IRE won: 1 No Result: 1 Tied: 0 RECENT form ENGLAND: W W L W A RECENT form IRELAND: L NR A A L
Ireland and England have collided only two times in T20I cricket. Surprisingly, its the Irish side who defeated England by 5 runs back in 2022. The other fixture ended without a result, as the game was washed out in rain.
How will the two teams, i.e., Ireland vs England, fare in the 1st T20I? Let’s take a look.
Philip Salt, Jos Buttler (WK), Jacob Bethell (C), Jordan Cox, Tom Banton, Sam Curran, Will Jacks, Liam Dawson, Jamie Overton, Adil Rashid, Luke Wood
Paul Stirling (C), Ross Adair, Harry Tector, Lorcan Tucker (wk), Curtis Campher, George Dockrell, Gareth Delany, Barry McCarthy, Matthew Humphreys, Ben White, Craig Young
Here’s the pitch and weather report for the 1st T20I match between Ireland and England at The Village, Dublin (Malahide):
With overcast conditions and a batting-friendly pitch at Malahide, both captains may prefer to bowl first. England could back their chasing depth, while Ireland might look to exploit early swing. The toss will be crucial in shaping momentum, especially with rain threats looming and chasing trends favoring the visitors.
Where to Watch Today’s Match
The online live streaming of the 1st T20I match of the England Tour of Ireland will take place live on the FanCode App. TV streaming for this series isn’t available in India.
Yes, England has never beaten Ireland in a T20I, but miracles can’t keep happening again and again. Heading into this contest, England has the upper hand and will be starting as favorites heading into this contest courtesy of their current form. Therefore, as per our prediction, the hosts, England, are expected to win the IRE vs ENG 1st T20I match at The Village, Dublin (Malahide).