Published on: Jun 26, 2026 7:00 pm IST | Updated on: Jun 25, 2026 2:41 pm IST
The Windies women just recently succumbed to their first defeat of the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 against the hosts and former champions, the England women. They will next take on the Irish lass in their final league game of the tournament, all set to be played at the County Ground in Bristol. West Indies are just a win away from securing the semis berth, whereas the Irish women, who are winless in the competition, are already out of the semis race. A win here is what the women from the Caribbean are looking forward to securing a semifinal spot. In this post, we have compiled free expert tips for WI-W vs IRE-W, Match 27 of the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026, at County Ground, Bristol.
The West Indies women will start as the clear favorites in this fixture. They may have lost their first game of this World Cup against England, but the West Indies women have been the team to watch out for in Group B. They stand second in the group with 3 wins and a loss from four games and are one step away from securing a semifinals spot. The winless Irish lass shouldn’t be a big threat for the women in maroon. Therefore, expect the win probability meter to lean in favor of the West Indies women. Let’s continue with the post and find out the best cricket tips for WI-W vs IRE-W, Match 27 of the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026, at County Ground, Bristol.
WI-W: 67% win chance IRE-W: 33% win chance
The West Indies women wicket-keeper has been the leading run-getter for the side with 150 runs from 4 innings. She remains a crucial cog in this batting order.
The West Indian women skipper has scored 93 runs so far from 4 innings so far in the competition. She will be a crucial cog with the ball as well.
The Irish women vice-captain has amassed 118 runs from 4 innings so far in this tournament. Prendergast will be the one batter to watch out for in the Irish middle order.
The Irish women's skipper has amassed 214 runs in her last 7 innings, including 128 runs in this World Cup in 4 innings. Lewis is fresh off a 50-ball 59 in the last game against the Sri Lankan women.
Check out our prediction for the WI-W vs IRE-W Match 27 of the ICC T20 World Cup 2026 at County Ground, Bristol.
The West Indies women enter their final league fixture of the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 with everything on the line. Having won three of their last four matches, Hayley Matthews and her girls have shown consistency and resilience, but their campaign hit a bump with a recent defeat to the hosts and former champions, England women, by 38 runs. That loss has left them needing one more victory to secure a coveted semifinal berth.
Their opponents, the Ireland women, have endured a tough tournament, remaining winless and already out of contention for the knockout stages. However, with nothing to lose, Ireland could play with freedom and attempt to spoil West Indies’ party. For the Windies, this clash at the County Ground, Bristol is a must‑win scenario, a chance to reaffirm their credentials and bounce back strongly from the England setback.
Skipper Hayley Matthews will once again be pivotal, supported by the team’s powerful batting lineup featuring Shemaine Campbell, Stafanie Taylor, and Chinelle Henry, along with the versatile bowling attack. A clinical performance here would not only seal their semifinal spot but also send a strong message to rivals that the West Indies remain serious contenders for the title.
The Irish women may be out of semifinal contention, but they still have a chance to leave a mark on the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026. Winless so far, Ireland now face the West Indies women, who are just one victory away from sealing their place in the final four. For the Irish side, this clash at the County Ground, Bristol, is less about points and more about pride and the opportunity to spoil the Windies’ party.
Ireland’s campaign has been riddled with inconsistency, but the team has shown flashes of promise. Batters like Gaby Lewis and Orla Prendergast remain key to providing a strong start, while Arlene Kelly’s bowling could be crucial in applying pressure on the Caribbean lineup. With nothing to lose, Ireland can play with freedom, taking risks and pushing the Windies out of their comfort zone.
For the West Indies, the stakes are high, but Ireland’s underdog spirit makes them dangerous opponents. If the Irish women can seize key moments and deliver a disciplined performance, they could well derail the Windies’ semifinal ambitions and end their own campaign on a memorable note. Let’s move ahead and check the cricket tips.
Matches Played: 5 IRE-W won: 1 WI-W won: 4 No Result: 0 Tied: 0 RECENT form IRELAND WOMEN: NR L L L L RECENT form WEST INDIES WOMEN: W L NR W W
The Irish women and West Indies women have collided only five times in T20 internationals. The West Indies women lead this race with four wins, whereas the Irish lass have won only once.
How will the two teams, i.e., Ireland Women and West Indies Women, fare in Match 27 of the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026? Let’s take a look.
Hayley Matthews (C), Deandra Dottin, Shemaine Campbelle (WK), Jahzara Claxton, Chinelle Henry, Stafanie Taylor, Jannillea Glasgow, Ashmini Munisar, Aaliyah Alleyne, Afy Fletcher, Karishma Ramharack
Amy Hunter (WK), Gaby Lewis (C), Orla Prendergast, Rebecca Stokell, Louise Little, Leah Paul, Alice Tector, Arlene Kelly, Aimee Maguire, Cara Murray, Lara McBride
Here’s the pitch and weather report for Match 27 of the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 between West Indies Women and Ireland Women at County Ground, Bristol.
Afternoon conditions in Bristol will favor seamers early with humidity and a gentle breeze aiding swing. However, the pitch flattens out quickly, making batting easier as the innings progress. Captains winning the toss should bat first, aiming to post a strong total and put scoreboard pressure on the opposition.
The online live streaming of Match 27 of the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 will take place live on the JioHotstar app. The live TV coverage for this World Cup will be available on the Star Sports Channels.
The West Indies women will enter Match 27 as firm favorites, but Ireland have the chance to play fearless cricket. With three wins already, the Windies are just one step away from the semis. Ireland, winless so far, may fight hard, but West Indies’ superior depth should prevail. Therefore, as per our prediction, the West Indies Women are expected to win WI-W vs IRE-W, Match 27 of the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026.
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