IRE vs NZ: Ireland will lock horns against New Zealand in the 2nd T20I of the New Zealand tour of Ireland, 2022 on Wednesday, July 20, 2022, at Civil Service Cricket Club, Belfast.
After winning the first T20I match by 31 runs, New Zealand will look to take an unassailable lead in the three-match T20I series when the Black Caps will lock horns with Ireland in the second T20I.
Talking about the series opener, New Zealand, after being sent to bat first posted 173/8 on the board, with Glenn Phillips (69*), and James Neesham (29) making valuable contributions. Josh Little, the medium-fast bowler was the top wicket-taker for the Irish, returning with the figures of 4/35.
Ireland, while chasing the target never got any momentum as New Zealand kept assaulting the Irish batters, especially Lockie Ferguson with his brilliant spell of 4/14. Curtis Campher (29) and Mark Adair (25) were the only ones who could breach the 20-run mark for hosts.
Heading into the second T20I, while New Zealand will look to wrap up the series the hosts will be looking to win the second encounter to level the series to keep it alive.
Here are the match details, pitch report, probable playing 11, squads, player records/stats and dream11 fantasy team predictions for the 2nd T20I of the New Zealand tour of Ireland, 2022.
IRE vs NZ Match Details
- Match: Ireland vs New Zealand, 2nd T20I
- Date: Wednesday, July 20, 2022
- Time: 8:30 PM (IST)
- Venue: Civil Service Cricket Club, Belfast
Pitch Report
The pitch at Civil Service Cricket Club has been supportive to the batters and the bowlers equally. We can once again expect a high-scoring match at this venue. Both the teams will look to chase after winning the toss.
IRE vs NZ Probable Playing XI
Ireland Playing XI
Andrew Balbirnie (C), Lorcan Tucker (WK), Paul Stirling, Gareth Delany, Harry Tector, Curtis Campher, George Dockrell, Mark Adair, Barry McCarthy, Craig Young, Joshua Little.
New Zealand Playing XI
Mitchell Santner (C), Dane Cleaver (WK), Martin Guptill, Finn Allen, Glenn Phillips, Daryl Mitchell, James Neesham, Michael Bracewell, Ish Sodhi, Lockie Ferguson, Jacob Duffy.
Pitch Stats
- Total matches: 24
- Matches won batting first: 10
- Matches won bowling first: 13
- Highest total recorded: 190/5 (20 Overs) by BAN vs IRE
- Lowest total recorded: 53/10 (14.3 Overs) by NEP vs IRE
- Highest score chased: 141/8 (20 Overs) by BAN vs IRE
- Lowest score defended: 43/7 (9 Overs) by IRE vs BER
Average 1st Innings Score
The average first innings score at this venue is 116 runs.
Average 2nd Innings Score
The average first innings score at this venue is 103 runs.
Record of Chasing Team
Based on the last 5 matches —
- Matches Won: 2
- Matches Lost: 3
- Draw/No Result/Abandoned: 0
Ireland & New Zealand Last 5 Matches Stats
IRE Form
NZ Form
IRE vs NZ Player Record/Stats (Must Picks)
| Player | Stats (This Series) |
|---|---|
| Lockie Ferguson | 4 Wickets |
| Joshua Little | 4 Wickets & 7 Runs |
| Glenn Phillips | 69 Runs |
| James Neesham | 2 Wickets & 29 Runs |
| Curtis Campher | 29 Runs & 1 Wicket |
IRE vs NZ Captaincy Picks
- Glenn Phillips
- Martin Guptill
- Curtis Campher
IRE vs NZ Dream11 Fantasy Team Prediction
Fantasy Team Suggestion 1
- Wicket-Keeper: Lorcan Tucker
- Batters: Martin Guptill, Paul Stirling, Glenn Phillips, Harry Tector
- All-Rounders: James Neesham, Mitchell Santner, Curtis Campher
- Bowlers: Mark Adair, Lockie Ferguson, Joshua Little
- Captain: Glenn Phillips
- Vice-Captain: Curtis Campher
Fantasy Team Suggestion 2
- Wicket-Keeper: Dane Cleaver
- Batters: Martin Guptill, Paul Stirling, Glenn Phillips, Harry Tector
- All-Rounders: James Neesham, Michael Bracewell, Curtis Campher
- Bowlers: Mark Adair, Lockie Ferguson, Joshua Little
- Captain: Martin Guptill
- Vice-Captain: James Neesham
Probable Winner Of The Match
New Zealand is expected to win this match.
Disclaimer: This team is based on the understanding, analysis, and instinct of the author. While selecting your team for the fantasy game please consider the points mentioned and make your own decision at the time of making your team.
