Cricket Ireland unveiled the squads for the T20i and Odi series long -awaited against Zimbabwe womenReady to take place later this month. The announcement brings new excitement to Irish cricket, with the hills’ Lara McBride Winning her young daughter at the call to the senior international team. With three T20 internationals planned for the Pembroke Cricket Club and two ODI in Stormont, the series is about to be a crucial springboard while the team is built towards the T20 Qualifying the T20 World Cup in August.
New faces in Ireland teams
Gaby Lewis will lead both the T20i and Odi squads, with Orla Prendergast named as his assistant. The selection panel mixed the experience with young promises, in particular with the inclusion of the 19 -year right -of -the -art line Lara McBride. Having impressed in the Evoke Super series and during the T20 World Cup under 19, the altitude of McBride indicates a commitment to feed emerging talents.
The T20i team offers a robust range, including established names like LAURA DELANY,, Amy HunterAnd Arlene Kellyalongside promising stars such as Ava Canning And Jane Maguire. The Odi team sees the addition of ALANA DALZELL And Sarah Forbesoffering depth and versatility. The two teams reflect a strategic approach, balancing experienced activists with players wishing to make their mark on the international scene.
Ireland’s statistical supremacy on Zimbabwe and the significance of the series
Ireland and Zimbabwe have a rich recent history, Ireland dominating the T20i format, winning the seven previous games. In the Odi, Ireland holds the upper hand with six wins of eight matches, while Zimbabwe won a victory and there was equality. This record opens the way to a fiercely competitive series, while the two teams seek to refine their teams before world qualifications.
The coming matches also mark the first series under the new head coach Lloyd TennantWho expressed his eagerness to rely on the solid foundations of the team and to push Irish women’s criteria towards new heights. The Evoke Super series offering a platform for an intense national competition, the national team is well prepared for the international challenge.
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Appliances:
- July 20: 1st T20i, Pembroke
- July 22: 2nd T20i, Pembroke
- July 23: 3rd T20i, Pembroke
- July 26: 1st ODI, Stormont
- July 28: 2nd ODI, Stormont
Teams:
T20i of women in Ireland
Gaby Lewis (C), Ava Canning, Christina Coulter Reilly, Laura Delary, Amy Hunter, Arlene Kelly, Louise Little, Sophie Macmahon, Jane Maguire, Lara McBride, Cara Murray, Leah Paul, Orla PrendergastAnd Rebecca Stokell
The ODI of women in Ireland
Gaby Lewis (C), Ava Canning, Christina Coulter Reilly, Alana Dalzell, Laura Delary, Sarah Forbes, Amy Hunter, Arlene Kelly, Louise Little, Jane Maguire, Lara McBride, Cara Murray, Leah Paul and Orla Prendergast
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