2nd ODI: Ireland Women vs West Indies Women - Squads, Preview and Live Streaming Details

The West Indies Women tour of Ireland 2026 moves into a crucial second ODI as Ireland Women host West Indies Women at the Bready Cricket Club, Magheramason on July 12. The visitors head into the contest brimming with confidence after registering a dominant nine-wicket victory in the opening ODI, taking a 1-0 lead in the three-match series. For Ireland, the second ODI is a must-win encounter to keep the series alive, while West Indies will be aiming to seal the series with another commanding performance.

Squads:

Ireland Women Cricket Team

Gaby Lewis (C), Orla Prendergast (VC), Christina Coulter Reilly, Alana Dalzell, Sarah Forbes, Amy Hunter, Arlene Kelly, Louise Little, Aimee Maguire, Jane Maguire, Kia McCartney, Cara Murray, Leah Paul, Rebecca Stokell.

West Indies Women Cricket Team

Hayley Matthews (C), Aaliyah Alleyne, Shemaine Campbelle, Jahzara Claxton, Deandra Dottin, Afy Fletcher, Jannillea Glasgow, Realeanna Grimmond, Shawnisha Hector, Qiana Joseph, Mandy Mangru, Ashmini Munisar, Karishma Ramharack, Stafanie Taylor, Zaida James

Players to watch out:

Gaby Lewis

Ireland captain Gaby Lewis remains the biggest hope for the home side. The stylish top-order batter has amassed 1905 runs in 63 ODIs at an impressive average of 32.84, including several match-defining knocks. Her strike rate of 69.80 reflects her ability to build innings patiently. In the last match, she scored 39 runs in 46 balls. Ireland will be hoping she converts her start into a substantial score to level the series.

Hayley Matthews

West Indies skipper Hayley Matthews continues to be one of the finest all-rounders in women’s cricket. Hayley scored an outstanding century of 159* runs in 123 deliveries. She has scored 3460 runs in 106 ODIs at an outstanding average of 35.67, while striking at 77.26. Matthews has also been equally effective with the ball, claiming 138 wickets at an economy rate of 4.15, making her the biggest match-winner in the contest.

Jane Maguire

Young seamer Jane Maguire has emerged as Ireland’s leading pace threat. She has picked up 22 wickets in 26 ODIs with an economy of 4.96. If the conditions at Bready assist the seamers early on, Maguire could prove instrumental in breaking West Indies’ strong top order.

Afy Fletcher

Veteran leg-spinner Afy Fletcher has been among West Indies’ most consistent wicket-takers. She has collected 123 wickets in her 96 ODIs, maintaining an economy rate of 4.31. She scalped 4 wickets in her last match in 10 overs by conceding 49 runs. Fletcher’s ability to strike through the middle overs could once again play a decisive role against an Irish batting lineup searching for stability.

Pitch:

The surface at Bready Cricket Club traditionally offers assistance to fast bowlers, particularly during the opening spell. Batters who survive the initial challenge can settle in and score freely as the pitch becomes better for stroke play. Spinners are expected to come into the game during the middle overs, but the venue generally rewards disciplined seam bowling.

Weather:

The forecast for Bready predicts pleasant cricketing conditions with partly cloudy skies throughout the day. Temperatures are expected to hover around 19-21°C, with only a slight possibility of brief showers.

Fantasy Playing XI:

Gaby Lewis, Amy Hunter, Hayley Matthews, Stafanie Taylor, Orla Prendergast, Deandra Dottin, Shemaine Campbelle, Jane Maguire, Afy Fletcher, Cara Murray, Karishma Ramharack