In the 5th match of the ICC Women’s World Cup Qualifier 2025, Ireland will face off against West Indies at the Gaddafi Stadium, on April 11, starting at 10 AM IST. Both teams are looking to bounce back from their opening match defeats, and this encounter is set to be a crucial one for both sides.
Ireland’s campaign began with a loss to Pakistan, where they fell short by 38 runs despite a strong performance from Jane Maguire, who claimed three wickets. Gaby Lewis and Amy Hunter also contributed with a 69-run partnership, but it wasn’t enough to chase down the target of 218.
On the other hand, West Indies suffered a heartbreaking defeat to Scotland, where they narrowly missed out on chasing down a target of 245. Hayley Matthews was the star of the show for West Indies, scoring an unbeaten 114 and putting up a strong fight, supported by Zaida James’ 45. Despite their valiant efforts, West Indies fell short by 11 runs.
Head-to-Head:
In ODIs, West Indies and Ireland have clashed 11 times, with West Indies holding a significant advantage, having won 9 matches. Ireland has managed just one victory that came in 2003, while one match ended without a result. Their most recent encounter was during Ireland’s tour of the West Indies in 2023, where the hosts won the first match by 58 runs and the third match by six wickets, with the second match being called off without a result.
Where to watch Ireland vs West Indies?
Fans in India can follow the action live on the FanCode app and website.
Squads:
Ireland women’s cricket team –
Gaby Lewis (C), Ava Canning, Christina Coulter Reilly, Alana Dalzell, Laura Delany, Sarah Forbes, Amy Hunter, Arlene Kelly, Louise Little, Sophie MacMahon, Jane Maguire, Kia McCartney, Cara Murray, Leah Paul, Orla Prendergast
West Indies women’s cricket team –
Hayley Matthews (C), Shemaine Campbelle, Aaliyah Alleyne, Afy Fletcher, Cherry Ann Fraser, Shabika Gajnabi, Jannillea Glasgow, Chinelle Henry, Zaida James, Qiana Joseph, Mandy Mangru, Ashmini Munisar, Karishma Ramharack, Stafanie Taylor, Rashada Williams
Schedule:
Ireland World Cup Qualifier Fixtures –
April 9: vs Pakistan, Gaddafi Stadium – Lost by 38 runs
April 11: vs West-Indies, Gaddafi Stadium
April 13: vs Bangladesh, Gaddafi Stadium
April 15: vs Thailand, Lahore City Cricket Association Ground
April 18: vs Scotland, Gaddafi Stadium
West Indies World Cup Qualifier Fixtures –
April 9: vs Scotland, Lahore City Cricket Association Ground – Lost by 11 runs
April 11: vs Ireland, Gaddafi Stadium
April 14: vs Pakistan, Gaddafi Stadium
April 17: vs Bangladesh, Lahore City Cricket Association Ground
April 19: vs Thailand, Gaddafi Stadium
Broadcast and Live Streaming Details:
All matches of the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup Qualifier 2025 will be available to watch live on the ICC.TV for fans around the world.
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