The Inter-Provincial Trophy continues in Northern Ireland as North West Warriors host Munster Reds at Woodvale Road, Eglinton on Thursday 20 August 2025. The match begins at 10:45 AM BST (3:15 PM IST). Eglinton often produces competitive surfaces, offering a fair balance between bat and ball.
Form Guide
North West Warriors
The Warriors have looked resilient this season, with their batting order showing grit and their bowling attack thriving in home conditions. They will be keen to maintain momentum at Eglinton.
- ✔️ Strong victory in their previous home game thanks to disciplined bowling.
- ❌ Inconsistent middle-order contributions remain a concern.
- ✔️ Top-order partnerships have given them solid starts in recent matches.
Munster Reds
Munster Reds are a team on the rise, boasting youthful energy alongside seasoned performers. Their bowling attack has kept them competitive, but consistency with the bat is an area to address.
- ✔️ Young batters showing promise with attacking stroke play.
- ❌ Collapses under pressure have cost them valuable games.
- ✔️ Bowlers maintaining control in the middle overs to apply pressure.
Key Players
North West Warriors
- Andy McBrine – Experienced all-rounder whose off-spin and calm batting add balance.
- William Porterfield – Veteran opener who provides stability and anchors the innings.
- Graham Hume – Leading seamer, effective with the new ball and in closing spells.
Munster Reds
- Curtis Campher – Key all-rounder with runs in the middle order and wickets with the ball.
- Gareth Delany – Aggressive top-order batter who can take the game away quickly.
- David Delany – Seamer with pace and bounce, often striking early.
Pitch and Weather Conditions
Woodvale Road is generally bowler-friendly early on, with seamers enjoying movement under cloud cover. Batters who apply themselves can score big once conditions settle. Weather in Eglinton is expected to be dry with some cloud cover, making for excellent cricketing conditions.
North West Warriors vs Munster Reds – Prediction
The Warriors’ experience through McBrine and Porterfield gives them a solid foundation, while Campher and Gareth Delany remain threats for Munster. Expect a competitive game, but home advantage at Eglinton tips the scales towards the Warriors.
Dream 11 Fantasy Picks
- Andy McBrine (NWW) – All-rounder offering points in both departments.
- Curtis Campher (MUR) – Reliable fantasy choice for wickets and runs.
- Graham Hume (NWW) – Strike bowler with wicket-taking consistency.
