The Cricket Ireland Women’s Super 50 Series 2026 begins with an exciting contest as Dragons Women take on Typhoons Women at Lisburn Cricket Club, Wallace Park, Lisburn, on August 3, 2026 (Monday). Both teams will be eager to start the new 50-over season with a victory and build early momentum in the competition. With several Ireland internationals on both sides, fans can expect a competitive battle right from the opening game.
The Dragons will enter the tournament with plenty of confidence after winning the 2025 Women’s Super 50 Cup. They produced an excellent campaign last season and sealed the title with a dominant victory over the Scorchers in Lisburn. Typhoons, meanwhile, will be aiming for a fresh start after a difficult 2025 campaign. With experienced players such as Gaby Lewis, Orla Prendergast and Laura Delany in their squad, they have the quality to challenge any side on their day.
Squads:
Dragons Women’s Cricket Team
Orla Prendergast (C), Mansi Bhavsar, Alana Dalzell, Sarah Forbes, Abbi Harrison, Amy Hunter, Jennifer Jackson, Arlene Kelly, Lara McBride, Genevieve Morrissey, Cara Murray, Leah Paul, Freya Sargent, Annabel Squires
Typhoons Women’s Cricket Team
Gaby Lewis (C), Ava Canning, Christina Coulter Reilly, Laura Delany, Georgina Dempsey, Aisling Lawlor, Louise Little, Joanna Loughran, Rebecca Lowe, Aimee Maguire, Jane Maguire, Lara Maritz, Kia McCartney, Ellie McGee, Millie Spence, Rebecca Stokell, Alice Tector
Players to watch out:
Sarah Forbes
Captain Sarah Forbes will once again play a key role at the top of the order for the Dragons. She has represented Ireland in 24 Women’s One-Day Internationals (ODIs), scoring 408 runs at an average of 17.00, including two half-centuries, with a highest score of 55. Although her numbers may not be the biggest among the players in this match, her experience and leadership make her a vital player. The Dragons will expect her to provide stability and guide the batting unit in the opening match of the tournament.
Louise Little
Louise Little is one of the most experienced bowlers in the Dragons squad and has the ability to make an immediate impact with the new ball. In 14 Women’s One-Day Internationals, she has taken 9 wickets, including outstanding career-best figures of 5/28. She can bowl disciplined spells and build pressure during the middle overs as well. If conditions offer any movement for the seamers, Little could become one of the biggest threats for the Typhoons’ batting line-up.
Orla Prendergast
Ireland all-rounder Orla Prendergast is undoubtedly one of the most dangerous players in this fixture. She has scored 1,262 runs in 47 Women’s One-Day Internationals at an average of 32.35, including one century and six half-centuries. With the ball, she has also picked up 29 wickets, making her a genuine match-winner in both departments. Typhoons will rely heavily on her experience and all-round ability if they are to begin the tournament with a victory.
Gaby Lewis
Gaby Lewis remains one of Ireland’s finest batters in the 50-over format. She has accumulated 1,979 runs in 65 Women’s One-Day Internationals at an average of 32.98, with 16 half-centuries to her name. Lewis is known for giving her team strong starts and playing long innings under pressure. If she settles at the crease, she has the ability to control the game and put Typhoons in a commanding position.
Pitch:
The pitch at Lisburn Cricket Club, Wallace Park is generally regarded as a good batting surface that offers true bounce and consistent pace throughout the innings. Batters usually enjoy playing their shots once they spend some time in the middle, while seam bowlers could find some movement with the new ball.
Weather:
The weather forecast for Lisburn suggests pleasant but slightly cloudy conditions during the match. Temperatures are expected to range between 14°C and 21°C and though rain is likely, the game isn’t likely to be impacted much.
Fantasy Playing XI:
Amy Hunter, Gaby Lewis, Sarah Forbes, Orla Prendergast, Leah Paul, Laura Delany, Louise Little, Georgina Dempsey, Arlene Kelly, Jane Maguire, Ava Canning
Match Details:
Date – August 3, 2026
Time – 3:15 PM IST
Venue – Lisburn Cricket Club, Wallace Park
Broadcast – Fans can watch the match live on the Cricket Ireland platforms.
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