England is all set to host Ireland in a one-off test match at the Iconic Lords on the 1st of June. Here we will talk about how the condition will affect the game’s nature. Let’s have a look at Lord’s London Pitch Report and weather forecast for the next four days.
The test match between Ireland and England is not the usual one as it will wrap up in 4 days instead of 5. Stokes and his men also have the opportunity to test their players before the start of a new cycle of WTC.
The historic stadium of London Lords is allotted as a venue for the showpiece game. Fans are expected to visit in large numbers as the match is scheduled during the beginning of English summer.
Ireland beat Essex by 10 wickets in the practice match
The ECB organized a practice match for the Irish national team to get warmed up before the mega clash. The Irish team looked in superb touch as they defeated Essex by 10 wickets in hand. Their batters are in sublime form as three of them scored a century in the practice match. However, their captain Andy Balbirne and one of the key batters Harry Tector were looking out of touch.
ENG vs IRE one-off Test 2023 Date, Time, Venue, and weather
Date: 1 June, Thursday
Time: 3:30 PM (IST)
Venue: Lords, London
Weather: The forecast of the English capital is expected to be scattered cloudy with partly sunshine in regular intervals which will provide an equal competition between bat and ball. The sunlight will make sure the surface stays hard enough which makes the stroke play easier.
There are no signs of rain as far as the forecast is concerned. The wind will blow at a pace of 20kmph which will help the swing bowlers to move the ball.
Lord’s London Pitch Report for ENG vs IRE Test
The home of cricket as they always offer a great balance of batting and bowling-friendly condition. In the initial days, the wicket will favor the batters but as the game progresses stroke making will become slightly difficult.
The toss winner might want to bat first on this wicket as it is an excellent wicket to bat on, especially in the initial overs.
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Records at Lords
- Total matches: 143
- Matches won batting first: 51
- Matches won bowling first: 41
- 1st Average Inns scores: 310
- 2nd Average Inns scores: 298
- 3rd Average Inns scores: 256
- 4th Average Inns scores: 156
- Highest total recorded: 729/6 (232 Ov) by AUS vs ENG
- Lowest total recorded: 38/10 (15.4 Ov) by IRE vs ENG