England to host Ireland in a one-off Test at Lord's on June 1, marking the start of England's home season. Ireland will start the game as underdogs.
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England and Ireland have played one Test
England and Ireland have played one Test match previously in July 2019 at Lord's, where England won by 143 runs after being bundled out for 85 in the first innings.
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Stokes to lead the England squad
Ben Stokes is named the captain of England's 16-member squad for the one-off Test against Ireland. The hosts have selected a very experienced and strong team.
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Ireland squad announced
The Ireland cricket team have also announced their 15-member squad for the upcoming match against England. Andrew Balbirnie will lead the visitors.
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England's key performers
Joe Root has scored the most Test runs since 2021. James Anderson and Stuart Broad have scalped 46, and 50 wickets respectively in 11 Tests each since 2022.
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Ireland's key performers
Lorcan Tucker & Harry Tector have scored 289 and 285 runs, respectively, in three Tests with a 47-plus average. Balbirnie has the highest tally of 316 Test runs.