T20 World Cup 2022: England VS Ireland - Match predictions and tips

    It will be the clash of the neighbors when England faces Ireland in Match 20 of the 2022 T20 World Cup at the Melbourne Cricket Ground on Wednesday, 26 October

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    The match at MCG is a must-win for Ireland to stay in the race for a place in the semi-finals after Andy Balbirnie's side lost their Super 12 opener to Sri Lanka. But Ireland is known for pulling off big surprises in ICC tournaments; no one knows that better than England. In the 2011 50-over World Cup, Ireland defeated England to produce one of its most famous victories.

    England began their Super 12 campaign with a win as they defeated Afghanistan by five wickets. Their bowling was in top form as Sam Curran became the first English bowler to take five wickets in T20Is. Mark Wood also left no stone unturned against the Afghans. But their batters looked shaky, especially off the spinners. They will try to iron out that aspect of their game as the tournament progresses.

    England Players to watch

     1. Jos Buttler: The English captain improved dramatically before the significant event began, scoring 150 runs in three T20I bilateral matches against Australia.

     2. Sam Curran, an English star bowler, and all-rounder won the Player of the Match award for sending half of the Afghan batting order back to the dressing room.

    Ireland Players to watch

     1. Harry Tector: The 22-year-old elegant stroke maker has emerged as the new face of Ireland Cricket, having led the team's batting unit since his international debut.

     2. Josh Little: He is the pick of the bowler as he is economical and took a total of 4 wickets.

    Match Prediction

    England is predicted to win today's match as they have an experienced side compared to Ireland.

    Top Picks

    Jos Buttler

    Sam Curran

    Harry Tector

    Josh Little

    Pitch Report

    The Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) pitch frequently provides an outstanding balance between bat and ball. The pacers might get some good carry and bounce here, especially early in the game. However, given this venue's track record and reputation, spinners may have a limited role here. 

    Team Squad

    England: Jos Buttler (C & WK), Alex Hales, Dawid Malan, Ben Stokes, Harry Brook, Liam Livingstone, Moeen Ali, Sam Curran, Chris Woakes, Adil Rashid, Mark Wood

    Ireland: Paul Sterling, Andy Balbirnie (C), Lorcan Tucker (WK), Harry Tector, Curtis Campher, George Dockrell, Gareth Delany, Mark Adair, Simi Singh, Barry McCarthy, Josh Little

     

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