England and Ireland begin three-match women's ODI cricket series in Leicester
BBC Sport • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 1, 2026, 11:28 AM
Last updated Sep 1, 2026
England and Ireland are playing the first match of a three-game women's ODI cricket series at Leicester. The fixture is currently underway as part of a series scheduled throughout the week. England has opted to rest several key players for the series, including captain Nat Sciver-Brunt, spinner Sophie Ecclestone, and seamer Lauren Bell. Alice Capsey has been tasked with wicketkeeping duties for the match. Following this opening contest, the teams are scheduled to play the second ODI in Derby this Thursday at 1pm. The series concludes with the final match in Worcester on Sunday starting at 10.30am.
- •England and Ireland are competing in the first of three women's ODIs at Leicester.
- •Nat Sciver-Brunt, Sophie Ecclestone, and Lauren Bell are rested for this series.
- •Alice Capsey is the designated wicketkeeper for the England side.
- •The second match takes place Thursday in Derby starting at 1pm.
- •The final series match is scheduled for Sunday in Worcester.
- 10:30 PMBBC Sport — Watch: England v Ireland - first ODI highlights
"Highlights from Grace Road, Leicester, as England play Ireland in the first of three ODIs.
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External links- BBC SportSep 1, 2026, 10:30 PMWatch: England v Ireland - first ODI highlights
Highlights from Grace Road, Leicester, as England play Ireland in the first of three ODIs.
- Sky Sports—England take on Ireland in first ODI at Leicester LIVE!
- Sky Sports—England look to clinch series in second ODI vs Ireland LIVE!
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