India settled for a 2-2 draw in the latest home series against South Africa. Rishabh Pant led the side in all 5 games and had a lukewarm performance both as captain and batsman. Now, Hardik Pandya-led India will take Ireland on their soil in two T20I games. 2nd match of the IRE vs IND series is scheduled to play at Castle Avenue Dublin. In this space, you will find the pitch report of Dublin Cricket Stadium, T20 records of the ground, and weather forecast during India vs Ireland series.
Dublin Cricket Stadium T20I Records
- Highest 1st Innings Total – Zimbabwe: 152-5 vs Ireland.
- Lowest 1st Innings Total – Zimbabwe: 117-7 vs Ireland.
- Biggest Total chased – Ireland chased Zimbabwe’s 152.
- Lowest Total defended – Zimbabwe defended 117 vs Ireland.
- Highest individual score – Kevin O’Brien (IRE): 60(41) vs Zimbabwe.
- Best bowling figures – SC Getkate (IRE): 3-20 vs Zimbabwe.
- Average first innings total at Castle Avenue Dublin: 132.
Castle Avenue Dublin Pitch Report
So far 3 T20I matches have been played at Castle Avenue, Dublin. It is a small ground with a capacity of 3,200 seats. India will play at this venue for the first time. The pitch report of Dublin Cricket Stadium tells that the ground has the status of low scoring venue. A team would like to bowl first here and restrict the opponent as low as possible. However, chasing will also not be easy. Irish were not able to chase 117 when they faced Zimbabwe here in 2021.
The average first innings total is just 132 but it’s to be noticed that only 3 T20s have been played here. The outcome can be different when a strong Indian side will meet Ireland at Castle Avenue. The surface will assist pacers while spinners don’t seem to get help.
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Dublin Weather during IRE vs IND series
Rain may affect the match as the chances of rain in Dublin on 28 May are 89% respectively. Light rainfall is expected throughout the day.