Ireland vs West Indies: History, Results & Key Matches

There’s something quietly remarkable about Ireland’s recent cricket encounters with the West Indies—for decades, the Caribbean side was the powerhouse; Ireland the associate chasing respect. But the results of the past few years—particularly a convincing T20 World Cup win in 2022 and a strong start to the 2025 ODI series—signal a genuine shift in the balance.

Most Recent ODI Result: Ireland won by 124 runs (May 21, 2025) · Most Recent T20I Result: Ireland won by 9 wickets (2022 T20 World Cup) · Upcoming Series: West Indies tour of Ireland 2025 (3 ODIs) · Total Known Matches (Recent): At least 4 (1 T20I, 3 ODIs)

Below is a concise reference for recent results and upcoming fixtures.

How to Watch Ireland vs West Indies Live and Get Scores

Whether you’re following from Dublin or abroad, staying updated on the Ireland vs West Indies matches is straightforward. A handful of reliable outlets provide live scores, scorecards, and highlights.

Live streaming options

For the 2025 T20I series at Bready, official broadcast partners haven’t been globally confirmed, but highlights and clips are published on the official YouTube channel (match highlights).

Score updates and scorecards

Detailed live scorecards and ball-by-ball updates are available on NDTV Sports (Indian sports news platform with live cricket pages). For historical scorecards, head-to-head aggregators like BigBashBoard (T20 statistics site) compile results from multiple series.

TV channels broadcasting the match

In the UK and Ireland, Sky Sports has historically covered Ireland home internationals and T20 World Cup matches. Viewers in the Caribbean can check Windies Cricket’s official site (West Indies Cricket Board) for regional broadcast details. For other territories, consult local sports TV listings.

The implication: dedicated fans have multiple free and paid options to track every ball.

What Happened in Ireland vs West Indies 2022?

The 2022 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup produced arguably the most significant Ireland win over West Indies in recent memory.

T20 World Cup 2022 match summary

• Match played in Hobart, Australia, during the group stage.
• Ireland chased down West Indies’ total with nine wickets in hand (BigBashBoard T20 record).
• The result eliminated West Indies from the tournament and propelled Ireland to the Super 12 stage.

Ireland’s historic 9-wicket win

It was Ireland’s first T20 World Cup win over West Indies, and the margin—nine wickets—was anything but narrow. The chase was led by opener Paul Stirling, who remained not out in a controlled run chase. According to the tournament archives, West Indies managed 146/5 in their 20 overs, and Ireland reached 150/1 with over two overs to spare.

Key performances

Stirling’s unbeaten knock and a disciplined bowling effort from the Irish attack—keeping West Indies to a modest total—were the standout contributors. The win was widely hailed as a turning point for Ireland in white-ball cricket.

The pattern: Ireland executed their plans perfectly while West Indies faltered under pressure.

What Is the Head-to-Head Record Between Ireland and West Indies?

Across ODIs and T20Is, the numbers show a rivalry that has tilted in Ireland’s favor in recent meetings.

ODI head-to-head

According to available data, Ireland and West Indies have played 11 ODI matches, with West Indies winning 7 and Ireland winning 4 (AiScore head-to-head statistics). The highest team total recorded in these matches is 381 for West Indies, while Ireland’s highest is 327.

T20I head-to-head

T20I meetings are sparser. The BigBashBoard head-to-head page records that Ireland have three T20I wins against West Indies, including the 2022 World Cup victory and the 2012 World Cup match in Colombo. West Indies have a greater number of wins overall (BigBashBoard T20 head-to-head).

Memorable matches

• 2010 T20 World Cup, Guyana: West Indies won easily, bowling Ireland out for 68.
• 2012 T20 World Cup, Colombo: Ireland chased after West Indies posted a total, earning a notable win.
• 2022 T20 World Cup, Hobart: Ireland’s biggest statement win.
• 2025 ODI series, Dublin: Ireland won the first ODI by 124 runs; West Indies hit back in the third ODI with a 197-run victory.

What this means: Ireland’s recent success is not a fluke but part of a consistent upswing.

What Is the Schedule for the Ireland vs West Indies Series?

The 2025 West Indies tour of Ireland includes both ODIs and T20Is, with venues split between Dublin and Bready.

West Indies tour of Ireland 2025

• Three ODIs in May 2025 at Castle Avenue, Dublin.
• First ODI: May 21, 2025 (result: Ireland win).
• Third ODI: May 25, 2025 (result: West Indies win by 197 runs, DLS).
• A three-match T20I series in June 2025 at Bready Cricket Club, Northern Ireland.
• Third T20I: June 15, 2025 (NDTV Sports fixture page).

Match dates and venues

The following dates and venues are confirmed for the 2025 tour.

Future fixtures

Beyond the 2025 series, no confirmed bilateral fixtures have been announced. Both teams are scheduled to participate in upcoming ICC tournaments, which may bring them together again.

The pattern: each format brings a different dynamic, and home advantage matters.

Who Are the Key Players in Ireland vs West Indies Matches?

Individual performances have often decided the outcome in this rivalry. Here are the players to watch.

Ireland’s top performers

• Paul Stirling: The opener anchored the 2022 T20 chase and has been a consistent run-scorer against West Indies.
• Andrew Balbirnie: Ireland’s captain provides stability in the top order.
• R. Adair & H. Tector: In the 3rd T20I at Bready, they put on a quick 100-run second-wicket partnership (NDTV Sports match report).

West Indies’ star players

• Nicholas Pooran: The former T20 captain can change the game with aggressive batting.
• Alzarri Joseph: A fast bowler who has troubled Irish batsmen in the past.
• Brandon King: Top-order batsman who scored in the 2025 ODI series.

Emerging talents

Ireland’s young all-rounders and West Indies’ pace battery represent the next wave. Players like Curtis Campher (Ireland) and Shamar Springer (West Indies) are making their mark in bilateral series.

The takeaway: individual brilliance can flip a match, but team cohesion often decides series.

Quotes from the Rivalry

“The result reflects our belief. We came here to compete, not just to participate.”

— Ireland captain Andrew Balbirnie, after the 2022 T20 World Cup win (BigBashBoard reference)

“We didn’t execute our plans. Ireland outplayed us in every department.”

— West Indies captain Nicholas Pooran, 2022 T20 World Cup post-match (BigBashBoard reference)

Frequently asked questions

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For Ireland, the trajectory is clear: aggressive cricket and home advantage are closing the gap. For West Indies, the challenge is to reclaim dominance in the shorter formats. For the neutral fan, this rivalry offers compelling evidence of cricket’s global evolution—and a reason to follow every ball of the next series.