Long awaited Ireland Women T20I Tri-Series 2026 Bringing Ireland together officially kicks off on Thursday, Pakistanand West India on the eve of an important tournament ICC Women’s T20 World Cup in England next month. With all three teams looking to adjust combinations and build momentum, the six-match series promises to be an exciting contest in Dublin.
Unlike traditional multi-team tournaments, the three series will follow a double-round format without a final. The team that finishes at the top of the points table after six matches will be crowned champions, making every game extremely important.
Ireland begins a new chapter without Gaby Lewis
Hosts Ireland enter the tournament on the back of a huge transition after a regular captain and star opener Gaby Lewis out of action due to injury. A talented all-rounder in his absence Orla Prendergast will lead the side during the competition.
Ireland will be hoping to build on their impressive T20I performances from last season, especially after beating Pakistan 2-1 in the home series in Dublin. Young goalkeeper Amy Hunter He will have additional responsibility at the top of the order, while the bowling unit will aim to take full advantage of the familiar home conditions at Castle Avenue. The Irish side sees this tournament as a golden opportunity to test the depth of their squad before heading to the global event in England.
Pakistan come in confident after a dominant Zimbabwe series
Pakistani Women are leading energetically Fatima SanaHead into the tri-series with strong confidence after a very successful home series against Zimbabwe where they completed a 6-0 clean sweep across the formats. Historically, Pakistan have enjoyed success against Ireland in T20 internationals, holding a record of 16-6 in the competition. An opener You see your hand expected to play a key role with the bat, Pakistan’s disciplined bowling attack can be crucial in pressure situations.
The team management will also use the series to finalize combinations and identify players who can thrive in English conditions during the upcoming T20 World Cup.
West Indies look forward to another strong campaign
The West Indies Women’s squad had not been officially announced at the time of writing, but the Caribbean side is expected to feature several experienced stars. A world-class all-rounder Hayley Matthews while explosive prone, there is a possibility of a side captain Deandra Dottin and veteran campaigner Stephanie Taylor may also be part of the staff.
The 2016 Women’s T20 World Cup champions remain one of the most dangerous T20 teams in world cricket thanks to their fearless batting and match-winning all-rounders. The tri-series will offer them valuable game time before the start of the ICC tournament.
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Ireland Women T20I Tri-Series 2026: Full Schedule
| History | Eligibility details | Times (IST / GMT / Local) |
|---|---|---|
| Thursday, May 28, 2026 | Ireland Women vs Pakistan Women, 1st Match, Castle Avenue, Dublin | 20:30 IST / 15:00 GMT / 16:00 Local |
| Friday, May 29, 2026 | Pakistan Women v West Indies Women, Match 2, Castle Avenue, Dublin | 20:30 IST / 15:00 GMT / 16:00 Local |
| Sunday, May 31, 2026 | Ireland Women vs Pakistan Women, Match 3, Castle Avenue, Dublin | 20:30 IST / 15:00 GMT / 16:00 Local |
| Monday, June 1, 2026 | Ireland Women vs West Indies Women, Match 4, Castle Avenue, Dublin | 20:30 IST / 15:00 GMT / 16:00 Local |
| Wednesday, June 3, 2026 | Pakistan Women vs West Indies Women, Match 5, Castle Avenue, Dublin | 20:30 IST / 15:00 GMT / 16:00 Local |
| Thursday, June 4, 2026 | Ireland Women vs Pakistan Women, Match 6, Castle Avenue, Dublin | 20:30 IST / 15:00 GMT / 16:00 Local |
Stream and Live Streaming details
- Ireland: Prime Video
- India: FanCode (OTT)
- United Kingdom: Prime Video
- Rest of the World: Cricket Ireland YouTube channel
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This article was originally published here WomenCricket.coma Cricket Times company.
