Ireland vs England Match Prediction & Dream11 Tips – 17 September 2025 1st T20I | England Tour of Ireland
The Ireland vs England 1st T20I is set to take place on 17 September 2025 at The Village, Malahide, Dublin. Fans and fantasy cricket players are eager to know who will win today’s match, probable playing XI, pitch conditions, and key players. Here’s a complete preview with Dream11 tips, team analysis, head-to-head records, and fantasy predictions.
Match Details – Ireland vs England 1st T20I 2025
| Match | Ireland vs England, 1st T20I, England Tour of Ireland 2025 |
|---|---|
| Date | 17 September 2025 |
| Time | 6:00 PM IST |
| Venue | The Village, Malahide, Dublin |
| Format | T20 International |
Ireland Team Preview
Ireland enters the series with mixed recent T20I performances but has shown resilience at home. Fantasy players should focus on key batters and all-rounders for Dream11 points.
Strengths:
- Strong top-order with experience
- All-rounders who can contribute in both departments
- Home ground advantage
Weaknesses:
- Middle-order inconsistency
- Pressure handling against top-ranked teams
Key Players:
- Paul Stirling (Captain/Opener) – Reliable run-scorer, good fantasy captain choice
- Harry Tector (Middle-order batter) – Can anchor innings and play big shots
- Curtis Campher (All-rounder) – Provides balance with bat and ball
- Barry McCarthy (Pacer) – Early breakthroughs possible
Probable Playing XI – Ireland:
- Paul Stirling (C)
- Harry Tector
- Andy McBrine
- George Dockrell
- Curtis Campher
- Lorcan Tucker (WK)
- Gareth Delany
- Barry McCarthy
- Joshua Little
- Mark Adair
- Craig Young
England Team Preview
England brings a formidable T20I squad with depth in batting and bowling. Fantasy players should prioritize high-impact players for Dream11 teams.
Strengths:
- Aggressive top order
- Depth in all-rounders
- Experienced bowlers for early breakthroughs
Weaknesses:
- Young captain might face pressure
- Adapting to pitch swing in early overs
Key Players:
- Phil Salt (Opener) – Explosive batter, fantasy captain pick
- Jos Buttler (WK) – Match-winner with bat, key Dream11 pick
- Jacob Bethell (Captain) – Brings energy and leadership
- Sam Curran (All-rounder) – Can change game with bat or ball
- Adil Rashid (Spinner) – Key wicket-taker
Probable Playing XI – England:
- Phil Salt
- Jos Buttler (WK)
- Jacob Bethell (C)
- Tom Kohler-Cadmore
- Sam Curran
- Lewis Gregory
- David Willey
- Adil Rashid
- Reece Topley
- Matt Parkinson
- George Garton
Head-to-Head Record – Ireland vs England T20Is
| Total Matches | Ireland Wins | England Wins | No Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
England has a slight edge in experience, but Ireland’s home advantage can create surprises.
Pitch & Weather Report – The Village, Malahide
- Pitch Type: Balanced with a slight edge to batters
- Average First Innings Score: 180–190 runs
- Bowling Conditions: Pacers get early swing; spinners effective in middle overs
- Toss Factor: Teams prefer batting first to set a total under lights
- Weather: Clear skies, no rain expected, temperature around 18°C
Dream11 Prediction – Ireland vs England 1st T20I
Small League (Safe Picks):
- Wicketkeeper: Jos Buttler
- Batsmen: Phil Salt, Paul Stirling, Harry Tector
- All-rounders: Curtis Campher, Sam Curran
- Bowlers: Adil Rashid, Barry McCarthy, Lewis Gregory, Joshua Little
Captain Choice: Phil Salt
Vice-Captain Choice: Paul Stirling
Grand League (Risky Picks):
- Wicketkeeper: Lorcan Tucker
- Batsmen: Jos Buttler, Tom Kohler-Cadmore, Harry Tector
- All-rounders: Curtis Campher, Sam Curran, Gareth Delany
- Bowlers: Reece Topley, Adil Rashid, Joshua Little, David Willey
Captain Choice: Jos Buttler
Vice-Captain Choice: Curtis Campher
Key Fantasy Tips
- Pick experienced batters from both teams for consistency
- All-rounders like Sam Curran and Curtis Campher provide double points
- Pacers who bowl in powerplay overs are crucial for wickets
- Focus on strike rates, economy, and recent form
IRE vs ENG Match Prediction – Who Will Win Today?
- England is the favorite due to stronger squad depth and high-impact players.
- Ireland can cause an upset if Paul Stirling and Harry Tector fire.
- Toss-winning team likely to bat first to maximize score.
