IRE vs ENG Head-to-Head Record: Ireland will face England in the 3rd T20I, a high-voltage clash of the England Tour of Ireland 2025 at The Village, Malahide, Dublin, on 21st September 2025 from 6:00 pm IST onwards.
England, led by Jacob Bethell, leads the series 1-0 after winning the opening match comfortably. The second T20I was washed out due to rain. On the other hand, Paul Stirling’s Ireland showed promise with the bat in the first gam,e but now aim to bounce back and square things up.
Let’s take a look at the IRE vs ENG head-to-head record and key stats ahead of this contest.
IRE vs ENG Head-to-Head in T20Is
| Matches Played | IRE Won | ENG Won | No Result | Win% (IRE) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 50% |
England claimed their first-ever T20I win against Ireland in the series opener on September 17, 2025. Before this, the two sides had never met in a completed T20I.
Ireland – Recent Performance (Last 5 T20Is)
| Match | Opponent | Result | Margin | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2nd T20I | vs England | Abandoned | – | A |
| 1st T20I | vs England | Lost | By 4 wickets | L |
| 3rd T20I | vs West Indies | Lost | By 62 runs | L |
| 2nd T20I | vs West Indies | Abandoned | – | A |
| 1st T20I | vs West Indies | Abandoned | – | A |
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England – Recent Performance (Last 5 T20Is)
| Match | Opponent | Result | Margin | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2nd T20I | vs Ireland | Abandoned | – | A |
| 1st T20I | vs Ireland | Won | By 4 wickets | W |
| 3rd T20I | vs South Africa | Abandoned | – | A |
| 2nd T20I | vs South Africa | Won | By 146 runs | W |
| 1st T20I | vs South Africa | Lost | By 14 runs (DLS) | L |
IRE vs ENG – Key Player Battles
Paul Stirling vs Sam Curran
- Stirling is Ireland’s most destructive opener, and if he gets going in the powerplay, ENG could be under pressure.
- Curran’s new-ball swing and variations will test Stirling early.
Harry Tector vs Adil Rashid
- Tector is Ireland’s most consistent middle-order batter.
- Rashid’s experience and control in the middle overs could be crucial to break partnerships.
Phil Salt vs Barry McCarthy
- Salt is in red-hot form (89 in 1st T20I) and sets the tone for England.
- McCarthy’s pace and change-ups will be key to stop Salt’s aggressive stroke play.
Jos Buttler vs Craig Young
- Buttler’s ability to accelerate from ball one makes him a dangerous finisher.
- Young’s variations at the death could decide if Ireland can contain Buttler.
(Pitch & Weather) The Village, Malahide, Dublin – IRE vs ENG 3rd T20I
The Malahide surface is expected to assist batters but may slow down as the match progresses. Powerplay overs will be crucial, with bowlers needing variations to survive.
- Par Score: Around 170–180.
- Weather: Overcast skies with light showers possible, but a full game is likely.
- Toss Factor: Captains will prefer bowling first, considering dew and chasing advantage.
Ireland v England Stats Comparison (Overall T20Is)
| Stat | Ireland | England |
|---|---|---|
| Highest T20I Score | 225/7 vs AFG | 304/3 vs SA |
| Lowest T20I Score | 68 vs WI | 80 vs IND |
| Best Bowling Figures | 5/10 – Boyd Rankin | 5/18 – Adil Rashid |
| Most T20I Wins | 70+ | 130+ |
| Current Form | 1 win in 5 | 4 wins in 5 |
IRE vs ENG 3rd T20I: England Tour of Ireland 2025 – What to Expect?
The Malahide crowd will hope rain doesn’t spoil the decider. Ireland will rely on Stirling, Tector, and Tucker for runs, while England’s batting depth with Phil Salt, Jos Buttler, and Sam Curran makes them favourites.
Expect a competitive clash, but England holds the edge with their form and firepower.
