England and Ireland Set to Face off in ODI Series
England and Ireland are set to face off in a three-match ODI series in preparation for the upcoming ICC ODI World Cup in India. The matches are to be held at the Mahinda Rajapaksa International Stadium in Hambantota.
Team Lineups
England (Playing XI): Eoin Morgan (c), Jason Roy, Jonny Bairstow, Dawid Malan, Sam Billings (wk), Moeen Ali, Tom Curran, Adil Rashid, Chris Woakes, Saqib Mahmood, Mark Wood
Ireland (Playing XI): Paul Stirling, Gareth Delany, Andrew Balbirnie (c), Harry Tector, Kevin O’Brien, Lorcan Tucker (wk), Curtis Campher, Andy McBrine, Josh Little, Barry McCarthy, Craig Young
England Hopes to Take Advantage of Home Ground
England will be looking to take full advantage of the home ground and use this series to gain more experience in the lead-up to the World Cup. Captain Eoin Morgan has said that the team is eager to make a good impression in the series and is confident that the team will be able to perform well.
Ireland Looking to Make a Mark
Ireland, on the other hand, will be looking to make a mark in the tournament. Captain Andrew Balbirnie has said that the team is determined to put up a good show and is confident of their chances for success.
Conclusion
The upcoming series between England and Ireland is sure to be an exciting one. Both teams are looking to make a good impression and gain more experience in the lead-up to the World Cup. With both teams in good form, it is sure to be a thrilling series.