T20 World Cup 2022: IRE vs WI Match Prediction – Who will win today’s T20 WC match between Ireland and West Indies?

The West Indies will clash against Ireland in a winner-takes-all match at the Bellerive Oval in the 11th match of the Group Stage of the ongoing T20 World Cup. The winner of this game will progress through to the Super 12 stage of the tournament as all the teams in the group are currently tied at two points each.

Both the Windies and Ireland registered memorable victories in their previous outings to keep themselves alive in the tournament. While a clinical West Indies dispatched Zimbabwe on the back of outstanding bowling performances, Ireland snatched victory out from the jaws of defeat thanks to Curtis Campher's stunning innings.

Nicholas Pooran's mighty West Indies were one of the favorites to make it through to the next round, but a humiliating defeat in the opening fixture against Scotland has left them needing crucial points in their final game against Ireland.

IRE vs WI Match Details

Venue: Bellerive Oval, Hobart 
Date and Time: October 21, 9:30 AM IST
Telecast & Live Streaming: Star Sports Network

IRE vs WI Pitch Report

The surface at the Bellerive Oval is one of the better batting tracks in the country, offering plenty of runs for the batters. The bowlers will have a hard time containing set batters since the outfield is lightning-quick at this venue. The pitch remains unchanged and the team winning the toss would likely opt to chase in the match.

IRE vs WI Probable Playing XIs

Ireland:

Paul Stirling, Andrew Balbirnie (c), Lorcan Tucker (wk), Harry Tector, Curtis Campher, George Dockrell, Gareth Delany, Mark Adair, Simi Singh, Barry McCarthy, Joshua Little

West Indies:

Kyle Mayers, Johnson Charles, Evin Lewis, Nicholas Pooran (c & wk), Shamarh Brooks, Rovman Powell, Jason Holder, Akeal Hosein, Alzarri Joseph, Odean Smith, Obed McCoy

IRE vs WI Probable Top Performers

Probable best batter

Curtis Campher:

Ireland's T20 World Cup campaign would have ended against Scotland had it not been for Curtis Campher's belligerent innings. He compiled unbeaten 72 runs off just 32 deliveries to complete an improbable chase for the Men in Green.

Probable best bowler

Alzarri Joseph:

West Indies's young fast-bowling sensation Alzarri Joseph has been one of the best bowlers in the shortest format of the game since the turn of the year. The 25-year-old returned with scintillating bowling figures of 4/16 in his four overs to hand the Windies a much-needed victory against a spirited Zimbabwe unit.

Today's Match Prediction: West Indies to win the match

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Disclaimer: This prediction is based on the understanding, analysis, and instinct of the author. While making your prediction, consider the points mentioned, and make your own decision.