Ireland vs West Indies 2025 ODI and T20I Series: Complete Schedule, Venues, and What to Expect

All Eyes on Ireland vs West Indies as 2025 Series Gets Underway

If you think cricket in Ireland has taken a backseat, think again. The summer of 2025 is shaping up to be a big one, with the Ireland vs West Indies series bringing some long-awaited energy back to local grounds. Across May and June, both teams are set for a close-fought face-off: three One-Day Internationals (ODIs) lighting up Dublin and three Twenty20 Internationals (T20Is) heating up Belfast.

The action kicked off at The Village in Dublin, and it didn’t take long for drama to unfold. Ireland looked sharp right from the start, especially in the opening ODI on May 21. Fans had plenty to cheer about as Andrew Balbirnie delivered a performance that set a strong tone for the series. Smashing runs and showing real control at the crease, he propelled Ireland to a 124-run win and picked up the Player of the Match title without much debate. The Village is quickly gaining a reputation as a fortress for the Irish side, with local support making a noticeable impact.

The ODI contests continue in the Irish capital with matches slated for May 23 and May 25, promising more high-octane play before teams shift their focus and form to the shorter T20 format a couple of weeks later.

T20 Showdowns Move to Belfast—What’s at Stake?

Cricket fans in Belfast are in for a treat once the T20 series rolls around in mid-June at the Civil Service Cricket Club. These quickfire games, scheduled for June 12, 14, and 15, are bound to draw big crowds and attention from across the cricketing world. West Indies, known for their explosive one-day players, have plenty of incentive to even the score after the early ODI setback. Irish players, on the other hand, will be looking to keep riding their momentum while dealing with a squad just as comfortable with white-ball fireworks.

This isn’t just another international engagement for either team. It’s a chance for both Ireland and West Indies to test their squad depth before a busy global calendar. Balbirnie’s form makes him a go-to player to watch, but there are eager eyes on emerging names from both camps looking to stake their claim before bigger international showdowns later in the year.

All six matches in this tour have added weight, with both associations hinting at more regular international contests in the future. From rising stars trying to impress selectors, to experienced heads taking charge in pressure moments, every ball bowled in Dublin and Belfast carries a bit more significance this year. And you get the feeling that local fans will turn up rain or shine, especially with the summer cricket buzz that’s growing louder by the day.

12 Comments

Shelby Hale
May 24, 2025 AT 11:04

So Ireland won by 124 runs? Wow. Just wow. Next thing you know they’ll be hosting the World Cup finals in a field behind a pub with a sign that says ‘No Balls Allowed (Unless They’re Cold)’. 🙃
Jeffrey Frey
May 25, 2025 AT 10:56

Balbirnie’s ‘performance’? More like a lucky streak against a team that still thinks ‘death overs’ is a type of yoga. West Indies didn’t even try. This isn’t cricket-it’s a warm-up for their real season. And don’t even get me started on the ‘fortress’ nonsense. The Village has better acoustics than a Walmart parking lot.
Jeremy Ramsey
May 27, 2025 AT 03:28

Honestly? I love this series. Ireland’s got heart, West Indies got swagger. It’s like David vs. Goliath… if Goliath had a six-hitting habit and David had a batting average that makes statisticians cry. 🇮🇪❤️🇨🇼
Henry Huynh
May 28, 2025 AT 22:38

T20s in Belfast next month gonna be wild
Don McBrien
May 30, 2025 AT 10:12

This is exactly what cricket needs right now-new energy, fresh faces, and crowds that actually show up. Ireland’s growth is proof that passion beats pedigree. Keep going, lads. The world’s watching, and it’s about time.
Ed Thompson
May 31, 2025 AT 09:22

Bro the T20s are gonna be a full-on firestorm. West Indies got that explosive DNA-like, one over and you’re already in the 120s. Ireland’s got structure, yeah, but can they match the chaos? The civil service ground in Belfast? That’s not a venue-it’s a vibe. And if Balbirnie keeps this up, he’s gonna be the next global icon. No cap.
Sara Reese
May 31, 2025 AT 10:12

I mean… is it really fair to call this a ‘series’ when one team is clearly just there to get their ODI quota done? 🤔 Maybe if Ireland had a real cricketing history, this would matter. But let’s be honest-this is just feel-good PR for the ICC’s ‘global growth’ brochure.
Richie Cristim
June 2, 2025 AT 01:43

did anyone notice how the west indies opener kept missing the yorker like 5 times in a row? that was wild
Lindy Loo
June 3, 2025 AT 11:17

I just love how cricket is becoming less about the old powerhouses and more about the places where people actually care. Ireland’s fans aren’t just showing up-they’re living it. And that’s the real win. No stats can measure that. 🌈
Lisa J
June 4, 2025 AT 16:58

So excited for Belfast! I’ve never been to a T20 there but the vibe must be insane. Bring on the fireworks 🎆
Bronwen Davies
June 6, 2025 AT 11:49

The way the Irish crowd roared after that last over? Pure magic. It wasn’t just noise-it was history being made in real time. And the West Indies players? They looked like they’d just walked into a family reunion where everyone knows the songs but no one’s ever sung them before. Beautiful chaos.
Aquilino Mcquiston
June 7, 2025 AT 13:39

You know what this series reminds me of? That moment when you finally find someone who gets your weird hobby and they start doing it better than you. Ireland’s not just playing cricket anymore-they’re redefining what it means to belong in the game. And West Indies? They’re not just opponents. They’re the mirror showing us how far we’ve come. No pressure though