Pembroke Pitch Report for IRE-W vs ZIM-W 1st T20I: Ireland Women begin their home season as they take on Zimbabwe in the 1st T20I at Pembroke Cricket Club, Dublin. After a strong showing in recent showing in recent T20 fixtures, Ireland will look to extend their winning run, while Zimbabwe aim to find their rhythm in unfamiliar conditions.
Gaby Lewis leads a confident Irish unit that has dominated Zimbabwe in past head-to-heads, winning all seven previous T20Is between the two sides. On the other hand, Zimbabwe Women will be hoping their experienced players like Chipo Mugeri-Tiripano and Beloved Biza can adapt quickly and make an impact.
As the series opener approaches, let’s break down the Pitch Report, Weather Report, venue stats, and Fantasy Strategy for the 1st T20I at Pembroke Cricket Club.
Pembroke Venue Overview
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Location | Dublin, Ireland |
| Capacity | ~3,000 |
| Format Used | T20 Internationals (Women) |
| Home Team | Ireland National Women’s Team |
| First WT20I | 2019 |
Pembroke Pitch Report for IRE-W vs ZIM-W 1st T20I
| Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| Nature | Balanced with mild help for seamers |
| Batting | Average-scoring; requires smart rotation |
| Pace Bowling | Early swing and seam are possible under cloudy skies |
| Spin Bowling | Minimal turn, but accurate bowlers get rewards |
| 1st Innings Avg | 137 (WT20Is) |
| Winning Strategy | Bowl First – Chasing teams have a better record |
Pitch Summary:
The Pembroke Cricket Club pitch generally plays true with a hint of movement early on. Seamers who keep a tight line can cause trouble in the powerplay, but once set, batters can score steadily. The short boundaries also support stroke plays. 140+ Scores could, though, be challenging while chasing.
In six WT20Is hosted here, four were won by the chasing team, suggesting that winning the toss and bowling first could be the smart move.
Weather & Toss Impact
| Condition | Details |
|---|---|
| Weather | Light rain is expected intermittently |
| Temperature | 17–20°C |
| Rain Chances | 40–50% (mostly during the morning) |
| Wind Speed | Gentle breeze (8–12 km/h) |
| Toss Strategy | Win the toss & bowl first |
Toss Tip: Considering the recent results and weather, captains would prefer chasing under potentially damp conditions, letting seamers exploit early moisture.
Key Stats at Pembroke Cricket Club
| Format | Women’s T20 Internationals |
|---|---|
| Matches Played | 6 |
| Won Batting 1st | 2 |
| Won Bowling 1st | 4 |
| Highest Total | 176/3 by Ireland vs Zimbabwe |
| Lowest Total | 112 by Netherlands Women |
IRE-W vs ZIM-W Fantasy Strategy for Pembroke Pitch
- Pick all-rounders like Orla Prendergast- she has 14 wickets in her last 7 games and is handy with the bat.
- Captain Choices: Gabt Lewis(in great batting form), Orla Prendergast (all-round impact)
- Vice-Captain options: Chipo Mugeri-Tiripano (top scorer for ZIM-W), Leah Paul.
- Stack the Irish top and middle order – They have posted high scores at this ground before.
- Avoid heavy loading of Zimbabwe bowlers – Irish batters have had the upper hand in past matchups.
- Don’t overlook Zimbabwe’s Beloved Biza – 9 wickets at just 5.86 economy since July 2024.
Also Read:
IRE-W vs ZIM-W 1st T20I Match Prediction – Zimbabwe Women’s Tour of Ireland 2025
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