Ireland vs West Indies 3rd ODI (25 May 2025) – Dream11 Tips, Pitch Report & Live Streaming Details!

Cricket fans are in for a thrilling conclusion to the ODI series as Ireland vs West Indies 3rd ODI is all set to take place on 25 May 2025 at The Village Stadium, Malahide, Dublin, starting at 3:15 PM IST. With Ireland leading the series 1-0 after a dominant victory in the first ODI and the second ODI abandoned due to rain despite a huge score from West Indies, all eyes are on the series decider.

Here’s a complete guide to Dream11 tips, pitch report, weather impact, playing XIs, and where to watch the match live.

Match Details

• Event: West Indies tour of Ireland 2025 – 3rd ODI

• Date: 25 May 2025

• Time: 3:15 PM IST | 10:45 AM Local | 9:45 AM GMT

• Venue: The Village Stadium, Malahide, Dublin

• Series Status: Ireland lead 1-0

Pitch Report – The Village Stadium, Malahide

Surface Overview:

• Nature: Balanced with a slight advantage to batters

• Early Phases: Good bounce and pace for stroke-play

• Later Phases: Slows down, aiding spinners and seamers

• 1st ODI Stats: 482 runs scored, 16 wickets fallen – shows scoring potential

Average First Innings Score: 250–300

Toss Strategy: Bat first. The surface tends to slow down, making chasing tricky.

Weather Alert: Dublin’s unpredictable weather might affect the match. Cloudy conditions could assist swing early on.

Probable Playing XIs & Team News

Ireland

Squad: Paul Stirling (c), Andrew Balbirnie, Curtis Campher, Cade Carmichael, George Dockrell, Matthew Humphreys, Josh Little, Tom Mayes, Andrew McBrine, Barry McCarthy, Liam McCarthy, Harry Tector, Lorcan Tucker (wk), Craig Young

Likely XI:

1. Paul Stirling (c)

2. Andrew Balbirnie

3. Curtis Campher

4. Harry Tector

5. Lorcan Tucker (wk)

6. Cade Carmichael

7. George Dockrell

8. Andrew McBrine

9. Barry McCarthy

10. Joshua Little

11. Liam McCarthy

Key Players:

• Andrew Balbirnie: Anchored the 1st ODI with 112 runs

• Paul Stirling: Blazing 54-run knock in 1st ODI

• Barry McCarthy: Starred with 4/32; excellent death bowler

West Indies

Squad: Shai Hope (c & wk), Jewel Andrew, Keacy Carty, Roston Chase, Matthew Forde, Justin Greaves, Amir Jangoo, Alzarri Joseph, Shamar Joseph, Brandon King, Evin Lewis, Gudakesh Motie, Sherfane Rutherford, Jayden Seales, Romario Shepherd

Likely XI:

1. Evin Lewis

2. Brandon King

3. Shai Hope (c & wk)

4. Keacy Carty

5. Roston Chase

6. Amir Jangoo

7. Justin Greaves

8. Alzarri Joseph

9. Matthew Forde

10. Gudakesh Motie

11. Jayden Seales

Key Players:

• Evin Lewis: Aggressive at the top, dangerous in powerplay

• Shai Hope: Reliable anchor, recent century against England

• Matthew Forde: Match-changer with both bat and ball

Dream11 Fantasy Tips – Best Picks & Team Suggestion

Dream11 Team:

Wicketkeepers:

• Shai Hope (WI)

• Lorcan Tucker (IRE)

Batters:

• Andrew Balbirnie (IRE)

• Paul Stirling (IRE)

• Brandon King (WI)

All-rounders:

• Harry Tector (IRE) – VC

• Roston Chase (WI)

• Matthew Forde (WI)

Bowlers:

• Barry McCarthy (IRE) – C

• Joshua Little (IRE)

• Alzarri Joseph (WI)

Captain/Vice-Captain Choices:

• Captain: Barry McCarthy – lethal in home conditions

• Vice-Captain: Harry Tector – all-rounder with high impact

• Alternate Picks: Matthew Forde, Andrew Balbirnie

Dream11 Strategy Tips

• Top-order batters are key on a fresh Dublin pitch.

• All-rounders offer maximum points potential.

• Use balanced combo: 4–5 batters, 2–3 all-rounders, 3–4 bowlers.

• Consider chasing difficulty—prefer players batting first.

• Monitor weather conditions for rain interruptions.

High-Risk Picks (Differential):

• Amir Jangoo (WI) – risk of limited opportunities

• Liam McCarthy (IRE) – not heavily involved in previous matches

Live Streaming & Telecast Information

India

• TV Broadcast: Not Available

• Streaming: FanCode App & Website

Caribbean

• TV: Rush Sports

• Streaming: WINDIES Official YouTube Channel

United Kingdom

• TV: TNT Sport 2 (Channel 411)

• Streaming: FanCode

Match Prediction – Who Holds the Edge?

Ireland:

• Momentum: Big win in 1st ODI

• Form Players: Balbirnie, McCarthy, Stirling

• Home Advantage: Familiar conditions, confident squad

West Indies:

• Batting Strength: Posted 352/8 in rained-out 2nd ODI

• Weakness: Bowling under pressure

• Players to Watch: Forde, Hope, Joseph

Prediction:

Ireland has the upper hand due to form and home conditions. If they bat first and post anything above 280, they’ll be tough to chase. However, West Indies have shown their firepower, and if they bat first, it could go down to the wire.

🟢 Prediction: Slight edge to Ireland to seal the series 2-0

FAQs – Ireland vs West Indies 3rd ODI

1. When is the Ireland vs West Indies 3rd ODI scheduled?
The match will take place on 25 May 2025, starting at 3:15 PM IST.

2. Where is the 3rd ODI being played?
At The Village Stadium, Malahide, Dublin.

3. Who won the first two ODIs?
Ireland won the 1st ODI by 124 runs. The 2nd ODI was abandoned due to rain.

4. Where can I watch the 3rd ODI live in India?
It will be streamed live on FanCode (App & Website). No TV broadcast is available in India.

5. Who are the best captain picks for Dream11 in this match?
Top picks include Barry McCarthy, Harry Tector, and Matthew Forde.