Ireland vs West Indies 1st ODI Tips

I would expect West Indies to win this game, as they've tended to perform well in most of the internationals I've seen. The squad seems to be a bit better than Ireland's too.

Ireland have won two out of the last five games played, while West Indies are not in good shape as they have won just once out of the last five games played. I pick Ireland here.

Alzarri Joseph, with his pace and knack for crucial breakthroughs, stands out as a potential Man of the Match. His recent performances, including 12 wickets in the last year, underline his match-winning capabilities.

Carty is in scintillating ODI form, with recent scores of 128, 95, and 88. If West Indies win, another big innings makes him a prime MOTM candidate at generous odds.

Shai Hope, with his elegant batting style and consistency, is a linchpin in the West Indies lineup. His ability to anchor the innings and rotate the strike ensures stability, allowing others to play around him.

Carty's exceptional 2024 ODI run (HS 128, 95, 88) and strong average (43.47) make him a standout value pick to be West Indies' leading scorer over shorter-priced Hope.