IN-W vs IR-W 2nd ODI: Match Prediction, Dream11 Team, Fantasy Tips & Match Report | India vs Ireland 2025

The stage is set for an exciting clash as India assume Ireland in the second women’s ODI on 12 January 2025. After securing a convincing victory in the opening seriesthe Indian team is eager to continue its winning momentum and end the streak.

Led by their in-form players, India produced an all-round performance in the first match, showing dominance with both bat and ball. The team will look to replicate that effort in the second ODI and seal the series with one match to spare.

For Ireland, the upcoming game is a must-win encounter to stay alive in the series. The visitors will have to regroup quickly, solve their shortcomings from the first game and provide a strong performance in order to level the series. With their backs against the wall, Ireland will be motivated to challenge the hosts and keep their hopes alive.

Ireland Women’s Tour of India 2024, 2nd ODI:

• Date and time: January 12, 05:30 GMT/ 11:00 local/ 11:00 IST
• place: Saurashtra Cricket Association Stadium, Rajkot

Saurashtra Cricket Association Stadium Pitch Report:

The pitch at the Saurashtra Cricket Association Stadium in Rajkot is known for its batting-friendly nature, offering excellent support to the batsmen right from the start. Its hard surface provides consistent bounce and pace, making the game easier to play. Bowlers often face a tough challenge in the early overs as the ball comes onto the bat smoothly, making it difficult to contain runs. However, the spinners could prove crucial as the game progresses, especially during the middle overs when the pitch might start to slow down. In evening games, dew could become a significant factor, potentially favoring teams batting second.

IN-W vs IR-W Dream11 Pick Prediction:

• Gatekeeper: Richa Ghosh
• dough: Smriti Mandhana, Gaby Lewis, Leah Paul, Harleen Deol
• Versatile players: Deepti Sharma, Orla Prendergast, Pratika Rawal
• Bowlers: Titas Sadhu, Aimee Maguire, Priya Mishra

IN-W vs IR-W Dream11 Captain and Co-Captain Predictions:

Choice 1: Smriti Mandhana (c), Gaby Lewis (vc)
Choice 2: Deepti Sharma (c), Orla Prendergast (vc)

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IN-W vs. IR-W Dream11 Backup Predictions:

Laura Delany, Jemimah Rodrigues, Arlene Kelly, Saima Thakor

IN-W vs IR-W Dream11 Team for today’s match (January 12, 05:30 GMT):

Determine:

India: Smriti Mandhana (c), Deepti Sharma (vc), Pratika Rawal, Harleen Deol, Jemimah Rodrigues, Uma Chetry (ie), Richa Ghosh (ie), Tejal Hasabnis, Raghvi Bist, Minnu Mani, Priya Mishra, Tanuja Kanwer, Titas Sadhu, Saima Thakor, Sayali Satghare

Ireland: Sarah Forbes, Gaby Lewis (c), Joanna Loughran (ie), Orla Prendergast, Laura Delany, Leah Paul, Una Raymond-Hoey, Arlene Kelly, Ava Canning, Freya Sargent, Aimee Maguire, Rebecca Stokell, Georgina Dempsey, Alana Dalzell , Coulter Reilly

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This article was first published on WomenCricket.comand Cricket times company.