The ENG vs IRE match in the ICC T20 World Cup 2026 has been delayed due to rain at The Rose Bowl, Southampton. The first contest of the day between New Zealand and Sri Lanka was completed at the same venue, but the rain started before the toss of the second game. England are coming to this match on the back of a big win over Sri Lanka, while Scotland thumped Ireland in their campaign opener.

England batters and bowlers are in form, and the host nation are one of the favourites for the title. On the other hand, Ireland will need a miracle to go past the challenge of the rival team.

Meanwhile, there is no official update on the new toss timings as the officials are waiting for the downpour to stop.

Squads

England Squad

Nat Sciver-Brunt (c), Lauren Bell, Alice Capsey, Tilly Corteen-Coleman, Charlie Dean, Sophia Dunkley, Sophie Ecclestone, Lauren Filer, Dani Gibson, Amy Jones, Freya Kemp, Heather Knight, Linsey Smith, Issy Wong, Danni Wyatt-Hodge.

Ireland Squad

Gaby Lewis (c), Amy Hunter, Arlene Kelly, Ava Canning, Cara Murray, Christina Coulter Reilly, Alana Dalzell, Georgina Dempsey, Alice Tector, Leah Paul, Louise Little, Orla Prendergast, Rebecca Stokell, Aimee Maguire, Lara McBride