The SA20 League 2025 fourth match between Durban Super Giants and MI Cape Town is scheduled for Sunday at Kingsmead, Durban. Durban Super Giants kicked off their SA T20 League 2025-26 season with a powerful performance against MI Cape Town. At Newlands, DSG scored 232/5 during the season opener, with explosive batting power and effective strike rotation.

On the other hand, the MI Cape Town is entering this rematch with a point to prove after failing in their season opener against the Super Giants. Their bowling unit will look to tighten up as the competition progresses, even though Ryan Rickelton scored a spectacular century.

Also Read: SA20 2025: DSG vs MICT Dream11 Prediction 04th Match Fantasy Cricket Tips, Probable Playing XI

DSG vs MICT Match Details

• Match: Durban Super Giants vs MI Cape Town, 4th Match

• Date: 28th December 2025

• Time: 7.00 PM IST

• Venue: Kingsmead, Durban 

• Live Streaming: FanCode

DSG vs MICT Weather Report

DSG vs MICT Pitch Report

The surface is known for true bounce and pace early on, allowing batters to play through the line, while scoreboard pressure often proves decisive in the second innings.

Top Batters to Watch – DSG vs MICT

• Ryan Rickelton (MICT): 113 runs in this tournament 

• Devon Conway (DSG): 64 runs in this tournament 

• Kane Williamson (DSG): 40 runs in this tournament 

Top Bowlers to Watch – DSG vs MICT

• Eathan Bosch (DSG): 4 wickets in this tournament 

• George Linde (MICT): 2 wickets in this tournament 

• Simon Harmer (DSG): 1 wicket in this tournament 

DSG vs MICT Recent Form

DSG vs MICT Today Match Prediction Scenarios

Scenario 1: If MICT Bat First

• Powerplay Score: 40–45

• Predicted Total: 160–170

• Match Result: DSG to win

Scenario 2: If DSG Bat First

• Powerplay Score: 40–50

• Predicted Total: 175–185

• Match Result: DSG to win

Who Will Hit the Most Sixes?

Who Will Hit the Most Fours?

DSG vs MICT Predicted Playing XIs

Durban Super Giants 

Kane Williamson, Devon Conway, Jos Buttler, Heinrich Klaasen (wk), Aiden Markram (c), Evan Jones, Eathan Bosch, David Wiese, Simon Harmer, Kwena Maphaka, Noor Ahmad.

MI Cape Town  

Ryan Rickelton (wk), Reeza Hendricks, Rassie van der Dussen, Nicholas Pooran, George Linde, Jason Smith, Rashid Khan (c), Corbin Bosch, Dwaine Pretorius, Tristan Luus, Trent Boult.

DSG vs MICT Today Match Prediction – Who Will Win Today?

We predict that the Durban Super Giants will win the SA20 League 2025. Jos Buttler, Heinrich Klaasen and Kane Williamson will be key players to watch out for.

DSG vs MICT Match FAQs

Every season of the T20 World Cup comes with massive excitement and record-breaking campaigns. The upcoming 2026 season, to be co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka starting from February 07, with the Indian side beginning the event against the United States of America (USA) at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai, also holds the same place and can be exceptional.

Heading into the T20 World Cup 2026, there will be expectations of truck-loaded sixes and boundaries, which could break several records with the bat. In the absence of Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli, a few other batters will have the opportunity to break their long-time T20 World Cup records.

A look at the top records to look for in ICC T20 World Cup 2026

1.   Most runs in T20 World Cup history

As of now, heading into the 2026 edition of the event, Virat Kohli leads the chart of most runs in the history of the T20 World Cup. The right-handed batter has managed 1292 runs in 33 innings at an average of 58.72 and a strike rate of 128.81 with 15 half-centuries. But having retired from the shortest format, he won’t get more runs.

England’s former captain, Jos Buttler, has a chance to overtake Kohli. The wicket-keeper batter has recorded 1013 runs in T20 World Cups in 34 innings at an average of 42.20 and a strike rate of 147.23 with six fifties and one century. He will need 280 more runs to go beyond Kohli in the list.

2.   Most wickets in T20 World Cup history

Ahead of the T20 World Cup 2026, Bangladesh’s left-arm spinner, Shakib Al Hasan, leads the chart of the most wickets in the tournament history with 50 wickets in 41 innings at an average of 20.12 and a strike rate of 17.58 with an economy rate of under seven. But he is also unlikely to play another game of the competition. 

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In the same list, both Wanindu Hasaranga and Rashid Khan are stuck at 37 wickets. The former has an average of 11.72, while Rashid averages under 15. Both of them will eye to cross the 50-mark in the wickets column in the T20 World Cups to lead the ladder.

3.   Most sixes in T20 World Cup history

In terms of most sixes in the T20 World Cups, Chris Gayle, undoubtedly, leads the chart with 63 sixes in 31 innings to notch up 965 runs at an average of under 35 and a strike rate of 142.75. In the list of the top seven, only the active player to stay in contention of playing the T20 World Cup 2026 remains Buttler.

The England opening batter has clubbed 43 over boundaries in only 34 innings to bash five fifties and one century. His eyes will be on that record to go past Gayle as he will need only 21 sixes, which isn’t a massive number for the power of the England veteran.

4.   Most T20 World Cup trophies

In the history of nine editions of the T20 World Cups, India won the maiden season of the event in 2007 by beating Pakistan in the final under the leadership of MS Dhoni at the Wanderers Stadium in Johannesburg. They are also the defending champions, having won the 2024 season under the captaincy of Rohit Sharma in Barbados against South Africa in the final.

West Indies are tied with India and England in winning two titles of the event. The Darren Sammy-led side clinched the trophy in 2012 when it was played in Sri Lanka and in 2016 when it took place in India. Meanwhile, England won their first title in 2010 in the Caribbean before lifting it in 2022 down under. All three sides will have the chance to lift the most trophies in the T20 World Cups during the 2026 season.

5.    Most wins in T20 World Cups

Heading into the T20 World Cup 2026, Sri Lanka has earned the most wins in the competition with 31 victories coming in 51 games at a winning rate of 61.76%. Pakistan sits in the second position with 28 wins in 47 games at a rate of 60.63%. India is in third with 27 wins in 44 games at a win percentage of 63.95.

The Suryakumar Yadav-led side will have the chance to be the best in the list if they continue their same unbeaten dominance from the last season. Subsequently, Sri Lanka will also have the chance to retain the same success in 2026. 

Cricket has evolved greatly through the years and so has the role of the wicketkeeper. The role is much more than catching and stumping wicket keepers are renowned figures today and key batters, leaders and game-changers.

Legends such as Kumar Sangakkara, Adam Gilchrist, and MS Dhoni proved that a wicketkeeper is just as vital with the bat as they are behind the stumps. Contemporary players including Quinton de Kock, Shai Hope, and Jos Buttler are proving they are just as capable of holding and advancing that legacy as they continue to undergo ferment performances.

On November 6, 2025, Quinton de Kock surpassed the 22 ODI mark, leaving him one knock away from tying Kumar Sangakkara's record for 23 centuries aka brain drops, very much a testament to the fact the wicketkeeper has evolved to be one of the most complete players in the modern game.

5  Jos Buttler – 11 centuries

• Matches (as keeper): 162
• Hundreds: 11
• Fifties: 28
• Runs: 5,289
• Average: 39.76
• Best Score: 162*
• Country: England

For many years now, Jos Buttler has been an emblem of innovation and aggression in England's white-ball scenarios. Remarkable skill sets, impressive composure and the ability to hit deliveries in a full 360° are the reasons for his remarkable transformation of England's development into a One Day International giant.

Since entering the team in 2013, Buttler has scored 11 hundreds, most at strike rates at the 100 mark or above. His structural levels were made evident when he scored 162* against the West Indies in 2019 and displayed a remarkable capability to hit ramp shots, lofted drives and manipulative strokeplay.

4  Adam Gilchrist – 16 centuries

• Matches (as wicketkeeper): 274
• Centuries: 16
• Half-centuries: 53
• Runs: 9,410
• Average: 35.64
• Highest score: 172
• Country: Australia

Before the emergence of the modern keeper-batter, there was Adam Gilchrist, a cricketer who turned upside down the expectations of what was possible for wicketkeepers to do. Gilchrist opened for Australia in their glory years with one simple objective and goal, to go on the attack from the very first ball.

To score 16 centuries at a time when scores of 300+ in ODIs were seemingly unheard of, is a legend in itself. His innings of 172 against Zimbabwe and the famous 149 in the 2007 World Cup final are two of ODI cricket's greatest innings. He was not the tidy keeper that brings fawning admiration elsewhere, but there is no contest for the legacy that Adam Gilchrist leaves pertaining to Australia's internal dominance - a contributor to the legacy of dominance within Australian cricket as a keeper and apparent top-order aggressor baiting in modernity.

3  Shai Hope – 18 centuries

• Matches (as wicketkeeper): 138
• Centuries: 18
• Half-centuries: 30
• Runs: 5,916
• Average: 50.13
• Highest score: 170
• Country: West Indies

If Gilchrist was all about aggression, Shai Hope is all about calmness and class. The West Indies captain has grown into one of the most consistent one-day batters in the world - a player who values his wicket, builds his innings, and scores under pressure.

Since his 2016 debut, Hope has scored 18 ODI centuries while keeping wickets, at an average in excess of 50-a pretty remarkable effort, considering how irregular West Indies have been over the last few years. His highest score, 170, has come against Ireland and showcases his ability to anchor innings with great patience and timing.

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2  Quinton de Kock – 22 centuries

• Matches (as wicketkeeper): 156
• Centuries: 22
• Half-centuries: 31
• Runs: 6,953
• Average: 46.97
• Highest score: 178
• Country: South Africa

Quinton de Kock has been the pulse of South Africa's batting for over a decade. He possesses an insouciance in his strokeplay, it is often crisp in its timing, takes the fight to both pace and spin, and is firmly one of the naturally gifted players of this generation. In his 156 wickets as wicketkeeper, he has scored 22 centuries, and has approached 47 as an average - which is a elite standard in modern ODI cricket. De Kock's highest score of 178 against Australia in 2016 is still one of the most fluent innings that any South African opener has played in history.

He added his latest - a fantastic 123 off 119 balls against Pakistan in Durban on November 6, 2025 - and brought him one century away from Kumar Sangakkara's all-time mark. That innings was another showcase of how well de Kock combines aggression with composure. Though he has reduced his international commitments in the last few years, he is still a vital player in the South African cricket environment - and his record is history.

1  Kumar Sangakkara – 23 centuries

• Matches (as a wicketkeeper): 340
• Centuries: 23
• Half-centuries: 91
• Runs (as a wicketkeeper): 13,341
• Overall ODI runs: 14,234
• Average: 41.98
• Highest score: 169
• Country: Sri Lanka

In first position, we have the elegant Kumar Sangakkara, a finalist batter and wicketkeeper in the history of the game. For 15 years, Sangakkara was the definition of consistency as a batter in ODI cricket.

He also holds the record for the most centuries as a wicketkeeper in ODIs - 23 and did it with style, intelligence, and grace. His highest score of 169 was a beautiful innings, both composed and well-structured. Brought to life by his ability to place and time the ball, his overall ODI contribution of 14,234 runs (with an average close to 42) has guaranteed his position in the pantheon of ODI greatness.

FAQs

1. Who has the most centuries by a wicketkeeper in ODI cricket?
The great Kumar Sangakkara of Sri Lanka has the great record for the most centuries by a wicketkeeper in ODIs, with a total of 23 centuries. The next closest player to significantly surpassing Sangakkara’s record is Quinton de Kock, who is just one century behind with 22 centuries.

2. How many ODI centuries has Quinton de Kock scored as a wicketkeeper?
Quinton de Kock of South Africa has scored 22 ODI centuries in 156 innings as a wicketkeeper, averaging nearly 47. De Kock scored his most recent century against Pakistan on November 6, 2025, scoring 123 runs.

3. Who is the only current wicketkeeper near breaking Kumar Sangakkara's record?
Quinton de Kock is the only current wicketkeeper who is nearing to breaking Kumar Sangakkara's record of 23 ODI centuries. De Kock has scored a total of 22 centuries, so he is currently just one century shy.

4. How many ODI centuries has Shai Hope scored and what is his batting average?
Shai Hope, captain of the West Indies, has recorded 18 ODI centuries, along with 30 half-centuries and with a batting average of 50.13 - the best average of all of the wicketkeepers on this list.

5. What is Jos Buttler’s highest score in ODI cricket?
Jos Buttler, England’s white-ball captain, achieved his career-best score of 162 not out against the West Indies in 2019. That innings stands out as one of the most commanding performances by a wicketkeeper-batter in modern ODI history.

The New Zealand vs England T20I series has reached its business end. Overall, England has an advantage with a win in the 2nd T20I, and the 1st T20I ended without a result. England took control of the 2nd T20I by dominating with their bat, and their bowlers prevented the opposition from completing the chase.

New Zealand chose to bowl first after winning the toss in the 2nd T20I match. The decision worked against the team as their bowlers failed to control the opposition's run rate. When it came to the Kiwis' batting unit, they were unable to form partnerships.

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NZ vs ENG Match Details

• Match: New Zealand vs England, 3rd T20I

• Date: 23rd October 2025

• Time: 11:45 AM IST

• Venue: Eden Park, Auckland 

• Live Streaming: FanCode

NZ vs ENG Weather Report

NZ vs ENG Pitch Report

The surface here will be good for batting with very short boundaries on either side. We can expect a high-scoring fixture, and both teams will prefer chasing.

Top Batters to Watch – NZ vs ENG

• Harry Brook (ENG): 98 runs in this Series 

• Phil Salt (ENG): 88 runs in this Series 

• Sam Curran (ENG): 57 runs in this Series 

Top Bowlers to Watch – NZ vs ENG

• Adil Rashid (ENG): 4 wickets in this Series 

• Kyle Jamieson (NZ): 3 wickets in this Series 

• Jacob Duffy (NZ): 2 wickets in this Series 

NZ vs ENG Recent Form

NZ vs ENG Today Match Prediction Scenarios

Scenario 1: If NZ Bat First

• Powerplay Score: 50–55

• Predicted Total: 170–185

• Match Result: ENG to win

Scenario 2: If ENG Bat First

• Powerplay Score: 65–70

• Predicted Total: 200–220

• Match Result: ENG to win

Who Will Hit the Most Sixes?

Who Will Hit the Most Fours?

NZ vs ENG Predicted Playing XIs

England 

Phil Salt, Jos Buttler (wk), Jacob Bethell, Harry Brook (c), Tom Banton, Sam Curran, Jordan Cox, Brydon Carse, Liam Dawson, Adil Rashid, Luke Wood.

New Zealand 

Tim Robinson, Rachin Ravindra, Mark Chapman, Daryl Mitchell, Tim Seifert, Mitchell Santner (c), James Neesham, Michael Bracewell, Kyle Jamieson, Matt Henry, Jacob Duffy.

NZ vs ENG Complete Squads

England Squad

Harry Brook (c), Zak Crawley, Jacob Bethell, Liam Dawson, Jamie Overton, Sam Curran, Rehan Ahmed, Tom Banton (wk), Jordan Cox (wk), Philip Salt (wk), Jos Buttler (wk), Sonny Baker, Luke Wood, Adil Rashid, Brydon Carse.

New Zealand Squad

Mitchell Santner (c), Michael Bracewell, Mark Chapman, Devon Conway, Jacob Duffy, Zak Foulkes, Matt Henry, Bevon Jacobs, Kyle Jamieson, Daryl Mitchell, Jimmy Neesham, Rachin Ravindra, Tim Robinson, Tim Seifert.

NZ vs ENG Today Match Prediction – Who Will Win Today?

We predict that England will win the 3rd T20I match. The likes of Phil Salt, Jos Buttler and Sam Curran will be key players to watch out for.

NZ vs ENG Match FAQs

Q1. Where can I watch the NZ vs ENG live match?

You can watch the live streaming on the FanCode app and website.

Q2. Who will win today’s NZ vs ENG T20I match?

According to our today match prediction, England are favourites to win this encounter.

Q3. What is the head-to-head record between New Zealand and England in T20Is?

England holds the upper hand in T20I head-to-head meetings against New Zealand 

England posted 153/6 in their 20 overs with the bat on Saturday, but it could have been a whole lot worse had it not been for all-rounder Sam Curran, who made 49 not out from 35 balls at number six. England's bowlers were well rested on Saturday, so they should be ready to play hard in this game. However, it would be appreciated if Brydon Carse could take an extra break before the busy winter down under.

On the other hand, New Zealand won the toss and elected to bowl first. Their bowling unit started on a strong note by getting rid of England’s key players at an early stage. England, for the 2nd fixture, will be hoping for a strong start from their top order.

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NZ vs ENG Match Details

• Match: New Zealand vs England, 2nd T20I

• Date: 20th October 2025

• Time: 11:45 AM IST

• Venue: Hagley Oval, Christchurch 

• Live Streaming: FanCode

NZ vs ENG Weather Report

NZ vs ENG Pitch Report

The surface here will be good for batting with very short boundaries on either side. We can expect a high-scoring fixture, and both teams will prefer chasing.

Top Batters to Watch – NZ vs ENG

• Sam Curran (ENG): 49 runs in this Series 

• Jos Buttler (ENG): 29 runs in this Series 

• Harry Brook (ENG): 20 runs in this Series 

Top Bowlers to Watch – NZ vs ENG

• Matt Henry (NZ): 1 wicket in this Series 

• Mitchell Satner (NZ): 1 wicket in this Series 

• Kyle Jamieson (NZ): 1 wicket in this Series 

NZ vs ENG Recent Form

NZ vs ENG Today Match Prediction Scenarios

Scenario 1: If NZ Bat First

• Powerplay Score: 50–55

• Predicted Total: 170–185

• Match Result: NZ to win

Scenario 2: If ENG Bat First

• Powerplay Score: 45–50

• Predicted Total: 150–1600

• Match Result: NZ to win

Who Will Hit the Most Sixes?

Who Will Hit the Most Fours?

NZ vs ENG Predicted Playing XIs

England 

Phil Salt, Jos Buttler (wk), Jacob Bethell, Harry Brook (c), Tom Banton, Sam Curran, Jordan Cox, Brydon Carse, Liam Dawson, Adil Rashid, Luke Wood.

New Zealand 

Tim Robinson, Rachin Ravindra, Mark Chapman, Daryl Mitchell, Tim Seifert, Mitchell Santner (c), James Neesham, Michael Bracewell, Kyle Jamieson, Matt Henry, Jacob Duffy.

NZ vs ENG Complete Squads

England Squad

Harry Brook (c), Zak Crawley, Jacob Bethell, Liam Dawson, Jamie Overton, Sam Curran, Rehan Ahmed, Tom Banton (wk), Jordan Cox (wk), Philip Salt (wk), Jos Buttler (wk), Sonny Baker, Luke Wood, Adil Rashid, Brydon Carse.

New Zealand Squad

Mitchell Santner (c), Michael Bracewell, Mark Chapman, Devon Conway, Jacob Duffy, Zak Foulkes, Matt Henry, Bevon Jacobs, Kyle Jamieson, Daryl Mitchell, Jimmy Neesham, Rachin Ravindra, Tim Robinson, Tim Seifert.

NZ vs ENG Today Match Prediction – Who Will Win Today?

We predict that New Zealand will win the 2nd T20I match. The likes of Tim Robinson, Rachin Ravindra and Tim Seifert will be key players to watch out for.

NZ vs ENG Match FAQs

Q1. Where can I watch the NZ vs ENG live match?

You can watch the live streaming on the FanCode app and website.

Q2. Who will win today’s NZ vs ENG T20I match?

According to our today match prediction, New Zealand are favourites to win this encounter.

Q3. What is the head-to-head record between New Zealand and England in T20Is?

England holds the upper hand in T20I head-to-head meetings against New Zealand 

The T20 format will be the new focus of international cricket, with two top teams colliding for a 3-match T20I series. Starting on Saturday, New Zealand will be hosting England in a 3-match T20I and ODI series. The first T20I match between NZ and ENG is scheduled for Saturday at the Hagley Oval cricket stadium.

New Zealand recently hosted Australia in a three-match T20I series. They lost the series by 0-2, and this series loss will impact the team morale while playing against England. England is heading to New Zealand after winning the T20I series against Ireland. They will be expected to continue the momentum against the Kiwis.

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NZ vs ENG Match Details

• Match: New Zealand vs England, 1st T20I

• Date: 18th October 2025

• Time: 11:45 AM IST

• Venue: Hagley Oval, Christchurch 

• Live Streaming: FanCode

NZ vs ENG Weather Report

NZ vs ENG Pitch Report

The surface here will be good for batting with very short boundaries on either side. We can expect a high-scoring fixture, and both teams will prefer chasing.

Top Batters to Watch – NZ vs ENG

• Jos Buttler (ENG): 3836 runs in T20I 

• Tim Seifert (NZ): 1788 runs in T20I 

• Phil Salt (ENG): 1452 runs in T20I 

Top Bowlers to Watch – NZ vs ENG

• Adil Rashid (ENG): 141 wickets in T20I

• Mitchell Satner (NZ): 124 wickets in T20I 

• Matt Henry (NZ): 39 wickets in T20I 

NZ vs ENG Recent Form

NZ vs ENG Today Match Prediction Scenarios

Scenario 1: If NZ Bat First

• Powerplay Score: 50–55

• Predicted Total: 160–175

• Match Result: ENG to win

Scenario 2: If ENG Bat First

• Powerplay Score: 55–65

• Predicted Total: 180–200

• Match Result: ENG to win

Who Will Hit the Most Sixes?

Who Will Hit the Most Fours?

NZ vs ENG Predicted Playing XIs

England 

Phil Salt, Jos Buttler (wk), Jacob Bethell, Harry Brook (c), Tom Banton, Sam Curran, Jordan Cox, Brydon Carse, Liam Dawson, Adil Rashid, Luke Wood.

New Zealand 

Tim Robinson, Rachin Ravindra, Devon Conway (wk), Daryl Mitchell, Tim Seifert, Mitchell Santner (c), James Neesham, Michael Bracewell, Kyle Jamieson, Matt Henry, Jacob Duffy.

NZ vs ENG Complete Squads

England Squad

Harry Brook (c), Zak Crawley, Jacob Bethell, Liam Dawson, Jamie Overton, Sam Curran, Rehan Ahmed, Tom Banton (wk), Jordan Cox (wk), Philip Salt (wk), Jos Buttler (wk), Sonny Baker, Luke Wood, Adil Rashid, Brydon Carse.

New Zealand Squad

Mitchell Santner (c), Michael Bracewell, Mark Chapman, Devon Conway, Jacob Duffy, Zak Foulkes, Matt Henry, Bevon Jacobs, Kyle Jamieson, Daryl Mitchell, Jimmy Neesham, Rachin Ravindra, Tim Robinson, Tim Seifert.

NZ vs ENG Today Match Prediction – Who Will Win Today?

We predict that England will win the 1st T20I match. The likes of Phil Salt, Jos Buttler and Adil Rashid will be key players to watch out for.

NZ vs ENG Match FAQs

Q1. Where can I watch the NZ vs ENG live match?

You can watch the live streaming on the FanCode app and website.

Q2. Who will win today’s NZ vs ENG T20I match?

According to our today match prediction, England are favourites to win this encounter.

Q3. What is the head-to-head record between New Zealand and England in T20Is?

England holds the upper hand in T20I head-to-head meetings against New Zealand 

England have named their playing XI for the first T20I against New Zealand, which will be played in Christchurch on Saturday, October 18. The team was announced two days before the match. Harry Brook will return as captain after missing the Ireland tour. Most of the squad is the same as the one that played against South Africa in Manchester last month, with just a few changes.

Jordan Cox, who scored his first T20I fifty against Ireland, keeps his place at No. 7. Brydon Carse comes into the side in place of Jofra Archer. Cox replaces Will Jacks, who is being rested as England manage his workload ahead of the Ashes. Both Cox and Sam Curran impressed during *The Hundred* for the Oval Invincibles, which helped them earn their spots in the team. Cox, who was named Player of the Tournament and hit a quick 35-ball 55 against Ireland, will continue as a middle-order batter.

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Curran will play a flexible role in the batting order alongside Tom Banton. Adil Rashid and Liam Dawson will handle the spin duties, with Jacob Bethell as an extra option. The pace attack will be led by Curran, Carse, and Luke Wood.

England will play three T20Is against New Zealand the first two in Christchurch on October 18 and 20, followed by the final game in Auckland on October 23. The two sides will then meet again for a three-match ODI series on October 26, 29, and November 1.

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IRE vs ENG 3rd T20I: Ireland will take on England for the 3rd time in the series. England won the first T20I, while the second match was abandoned. Today, in the final and decisive clash, both teams will take the field aiming to secure the series. This match will be played at The Village, Malahide, Dublin, at 6:00 PM. In this article, we will explore IRE vs ENG playing 11, Pitch reports and Key players' stats.

IRE vs ENG 3rd T20I Match Details:

Ireland's Team Preview:

Ireland lost their first match of the series to England, and the second match was washed out due to rain. Now, in this third and final match, they will look to avenge their last defeat and level the series.. In the first match, Ireland’s star all-rounder Harry Tector played a brilliant knock of 61 runs on 36 balls, supported by Lorcan Tucker, who scored 55 runs.

Paul Stirling and Ross Adair provided a good start to the team, setting a competitive target of 197 runs for England. However, they could not defend them and lost the match by 4 wickets. In the bowling section, Matthew Humphreys and Graham Hume bowled well and took 2 wickets each, while Harry Tector and Gareth Delany picked 1 wicket each. 

Ireland's Key players:

England Team Preview: 

England has created a psychological dominance over Ireland by winning the first T20 match. And they will enter the field today with the intention of winning the series. England won the last T20I against Ireland by 4 wickets. In this match, Phil Salt played a crucial inning of 89 runs and was awarded Man of the Match.

Jos Buttler, Jacob Bethell and Sam Curran also played short but important innings for England and secured the victory. In the bowling section, Jamie Overton, Liam Dawson and Adil Rashid bowled well and took 1 wicket each. 

England’s Key Players: 

IRE vs ENG 3rd T20I Probable Playing XI:

Ireland: Paul Stirling(c), Ross Adair, Harry Tector, Lorcan Tucker (WK), Curtis Campher, Gareth Delany, George Dockrell, Barry McCarthy, Graham Hume, Matthew Humphreys, Craig Young

England: Phil Salt, Jos Buttler (WK), Jacob Bethell(c), Rehan Ahmed, Tom Banton, Sam Curran, Will Jacks, Jamie Overton, Liam Dawson, Adil Rashid, Luke Wood

Scoring pattern at The Village, Malahide, Dublin:

In this match, wind and overcast conditions may cause the ball to swing slightly in the early overs. This ground is generally considered to be very favourable for batsmen. The pitch remains batting-friendly, especially if the batsmen get off to a good start with the necessary patience.

IRE vs ENG 3rd T20I Expert Opinion and Match Prediction:

Even though England won the first T20I match, the Irish batsmen batted well in that match as well. Since both teams are in good form, this match is expected to be very exciting. In terms of their chances of victory, England have a slightly higher chance of winning this match than Ireland, as they have more experienced players and have already won their first match.

IRE vs ENG T20I Series 2025 Squad:

Ireland Squad: Paul Stirling(c), Ross Adair, Harry Tector, Lorcan Tucker (WK), Curtis Campher, Gareth Delany, George Dockrell, Barry McCarthy, Graham Hume, Matthew Humphreys, Craig Young, Benjamin Calitz, Jordan Neill, Ben White

England Squad: Phil Salt, Jos Buttler (WK), Jacob Bethell(c), Rehan Ahmed, Tom Banton, Sam Curran, Will Jacks, Jamie Overton, Liam Dawson, Adil Rashid, Luke Wood,  Tom Hartley, Jordan Cox, Saqib Mahmood, Sonny Baker

IRE vs ENG 3rd T20I FAQ

When will the IRE vs ENG 3rd T20I be played?

This match will be played at The Village, Malahide, Dublin, at 6:00 PM.

What is the series score before the 3rd T20I?

England currently leads the series

Who were the standout performers in the last T20I?

Phil Salt, Jos Buttler, Harry Tector, and Lorcan Tucker

Which players are key to watch in the 3rd T20I?

Phil Salt, Jos Buttler

The Ireland vs England T20i series has reached its last fixture. England is ahead in the series by 1-0, and the 2nd fixture was abandoned because of the interruption from rain. IRE vs ENG 3rd T20i match is scheduled to take place on Sunday at the Village stadium.

The Ireland vs England cricket rivalry is not new due to the political tensions between the two countries. England definitely holds an advantage in the head-to-head records but Ireland has given tough times to the opposition in the past.

IRE vs ENG Match Details

Date: 21st September, 2025

Time: 6:00 PM IST

Venue: The Village, Dublin 

Live Streaming: Fancode  

IRE vs ENG Weather & Pitch Report 

Whether Report -

There are no signs of any rain interruptions throughout the game. It is pleasant conditions and perfect throughout the game.

Pitch Report -

• Avg 1st innings score: 175-190

• The chasing team has an advantage

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Top Batters to Watch in IRE vs ENG

• Phil Salt (ENG) - 89 runs in this Series 

• Harry Tector (IRE) - 61 runs in this Series 

• Lorcan Tucker (IRE) – 55 runs in this Series 

Top Bowler to Watch in IRE vs ENG

• Matthew Humphreys (IRE) - 2 wickets in this Series 

• Graham Hume (IRE) - 2 wickets in this Series 

• Jamie Overton (ENG) - 1 wicket in this Series 

IRE vs ENG Recent Form

IRE vs ENG Today Match Prediction Scenarios

Scenario 1- If ENG bats first

• First Innings score prediction- ENG is expected to score 220-250 runs

• Result prediction- ENG will win the match by 40-60 Runs 

Scenario 2- If IRE bats first

• First Innings score prediction- IRE is expected to score 160-180 runs.

• Result prediction- ENG will win the match by 6 wickets 

IRE vs ENG Predicted Playing XI

Ireland (IRE) Playing XI 

Paul Stirling (c), Ross Adair, Harry Tector, Lorcan Tucker (wk), George Dockrell, Curtis Campher, Gareth Delany, Barry McCarthy, Graham Hume, Matthew Humphreys, Craig Young.

England (ENG) Playing XI

Phil Salt, Jos Buttler, Jacob Bethell (c), Rehan Ahmed, Sam Curran, Tom Banton, Will Jacks, Jamie Overton, Liam Dawson, Adil Rashid, Luke Wood.

IRE vs ENG Complete Squad

Ireland - 

Paul Stirling (c), Ross Adair, Ben Calitz, Curtis Campher, Gareth Delany, George Dockrell, Graham Hume, Matthew Humphreys, Barry McCarthy, Jordan Neil, Harry Tector, Lorcan Tucker, Ben White, Craig Young.

England -

Jacob Bethell (c), Rehan Ahmed, Sonny Baker, Tom Banton, Jos Buttler, Liam Dawson, Tom Hartley, Will Jacks, Scott Currie, Jamie Overton, Adil Rashid, Philip Salt, Luke Wood, Jordan Cox, Sam Curran.

IRE vs ENG Today Match Prediction - Who Will Win Today?

England to win

We predict that England will win this third T20I match. The likes of Phil Salt, Jos Buttler and Sam Curran will be key players to watch out for.

England chased down their target of 197 with 14 balls remaining on Wednesday and once again they have opener Phil Salt to thank for producing a brilliant display of hitting at the top of the order. Salt struck 10 fours and 4 sixes in his 89 runs from 46 balls but actually played second-fiddle at the start of the innings with former skipper, keeper-batter Jos Buttler hitting 28 runs from only ten balls.

On the other hand, Ireland were on the receiving end of the result in Malahide on Wednesday, they can be proud of their performance and will bring two half-centurions from that match into Friday's contest. It was an impressive batting display, aided by some poor bowling from the visitors, with Ireland posting 196/3 although with the benefit of hindsight, the hosts would probably have wanted an additional 20-25 runs

IRE vs ENG Match Details

Date: 19th September, 2025

Time: 6:00 PM IST

Venue: Dublin Road End 

Live Streaming: Fancode  

IRE vs ENG Weather & Pitch Report 

Whether Report -

There are no signs of any rain interruptions throughout the game. It is pleasant conditions and perfect throughout the game.

Pitch Report -

• Avg 1st innings score: 170-180

• The chasing team has an advantage

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Top Batters to Watch in IRE vs ENG

• Phil Salt (ENG) - 89 runs in this Series 

• Harry Tector (IRE) - 61 runs in this Series 

• Lorcan Tucker (IRE) – 55 runs in this Series 

Top Bowler to Watch in IRE vs ENG

• Matthew Humphreys (IRE) - 2 wickets in this Series 

• Graham Hume (IRE) - 2 wickets in this Series 

• Jamie Overton (ENG) - 1 wicket in this Series 

IRE vs ENG Recent Form

IRE vs ENG Today Match Prediction Scenarios

Scenario 1- If ENG bats first

• First Innings score prediction- ENG is expected to score 220-250 runs

• Result prediction- ENG will win the match by 40-60 Runs 

Scenario 2- If IRE bats first

• First Innings score prediction- IRE is expected to score 160-180 runs.

• Result prediction- ENG will win the match by 6 wickets 

IRE vs ENG Predicted Playing XI

Ireland (IRE) Playing XI 

Paul Stirling (c), Ross Adair, Harry Tector, Lorcan Tucker (wk), George Dockrell, Curtis Campher, Gareth Delany, Barry McCarthy, Graham Hume, Matthew Humphreys, Craig Young.

England (ENG) Playing XI

Phil Salt, Jos Buttler, Jacob Bethell (c), Rehan Ahmed, Sam Curran, Tom Banton, Will Jacks, Jamie Overton, Liam Dawson, Adil Rashid, Luke Wood.

IRE vs ENG Complete Squad

Ireland - 

Paul Stirling (c), Ross Adair, Ben Calitz, Curtis Campher, Gareth Delany, George Dockrell, Graham Hume, Matthew Humphreys, Barry McCarthy, Jordan Neil, Harry Tector, Lorcan Tucker, Ben White, Craig Young.

England -

Jacob Bethell (c), Rehan Ahmed, Sonny Baker, Tom Banton, Jos Buttler, Liam Dawson, Tom Hartley, Will Jacks, Scott Currie, Jamie Overton, Adil Rashid, Philip Salt, Luke Wood, Jordan Cox, Sam Curran.

IRE vs ENG Today Match Prediction - Who Will Win Today?

England to win

We predict that England will win this second T20I match. The likes of Phil Salt, Jos Buttler and Sam Curran will be key players to watch out for.