Ireland are set to face Thailand in the ninth match of the ongoing ICC Women’s World Cup Qualifier 2025, on April 15, from 10:30 am IST, at the Lahore City Cricket Association Ground. Ireland enjoys the psychological advantage having chased down 228 to defeat Thailand by 3 wickets in their most recent warm-up match, even though neither side had won in the main event going into this match.
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
Thailand women’s cricket team
Naruemol Chaiwai (C), Sunida Chaturongrattana, Nannapat Khoncharoenkai, Suleeporn Laomi, Suwanan Khiaoto, Onnicha Kamchomphu, Natthakan Chantham, Nannaphat Chaihan, Chanida Sutthiruang, Aphisara Suwanchonrathi, Nattaya Boochatham, Chayanisa Phengpaen, Phannita Maya, Rosenanee Kanoh, Thipatcha Putthawong
Players to watch out:
Gaby Lewis
Ireland’s captain and top cricketer, Gaby Lewis has recorded 1512 runs from 54 ODIs innings, and as many as 11 fifties, with the highest score of 96 not out. Her expertise and reliability in the top order are crucial, and she also claimed 10 wickets at an economy of 6.50 over her career. She has registered scores of 45*, 44, 17, and 24 in recent outings, including the warmup games, and it’ll be hoped she follows up with a big score.
Orla Prendergast
Orla Prendergast, a 22-year-old dynamic all-rounder, has scored 898 runs at an average of 29.50 in 35 ODI innings, including the high score of 122 not out. Her best stats with the ball are 3/25, and she has taken 22 wickets at an average of 29.96. She is a vital asset for Ireland because of her capacity to make a substantial contribution with the bat and the ball.
Nattaya Boochatham
The 38-year-old veteran Nattaya Boochatham has participated in nine ODI innings, amassing 101 runs and taking 12 wickets at an average of 21.48 per ten innings. Her ability to win matches is demonstrated by her best bowling stats of 3/7, particularly on grounds that allow for spin.
Chanida Sutthiruang
The 31-year-old Chanida Sutthiruang has been a reliable performer for Thailand, taking 7 wickets at an economy rate of 4.66 in 10 ODI innings. She won the player of the tournament award and was the top wicket-taker in the 2019 ICC Women’s World T20 Qualifier. She has added 113 runs in 9 innings with a strike rate of 67.66, demonstrating her ability to score runs quickly down the order.
Pitch:
Both bowlers and batters have found the Lahore City Cricket Association Ground’s pitch to be a balanced surface thus far. However, spinners typically gain more turn and grip as the play goes on. In order to take advantage of the batting-friendly conditions, teams that win the toss typically choose to bat first and the average first innings score here is roughly 236.
Weather:
The temperature in Lahore is predicted to reach about 33°C during match hours, with clear sky and bright sun. A full game is guaranteed because there won’t be any rainfall, and the humidity will be mild at 30%. Bowlers may benefit from light winds of 12 kmph if they want to get early movement, particularly with the new ball.
Fantasy Playing XI:
Gaby Lewis, Orla Prendergast, Amy Hunter, Leah Paul, Arlene Kelly, Nattaya Boochatham, Chanida Sutthiruang, Suleeporn Laomi, Ava Canning, Cara Murray, Thipatcha Putthawong
Match details:
Date – April 15, 2025
Time – 10:00 AM IST
Venue – Lahore City Cricket Association Ground, Lahore
Broadcast – Fans can watch all the live action on FanCode.
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