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Leinster Lightning vs Northern Knights (Ireland), IIPTT, Today Match Prediction
LLG vs NK Win Probability
Toss Winner - Leinster Lightning won the toss and choose to bowl first
Can Leinster Lightning continue their winning run?
- Tim Tector dominated the early overs for Leinster Lightning, smashing a brilliant 78 runs from just 42 balls in the last match.
- Samuel Harbinson was Leinster's top bowler, taking a match-winning 3 wickets for 24 runs last game.
- Stephen Doheny scored a tough 39 runs off 39 balls for the North-West Warriors against Leinster.
Leinster Lightning to win the match
| Tournament: | Ireland Inter Provincial T20 Trophy, 2026 |
| Format: | t20 |
| Venue: | Pembroke Cricket Club, County Dublin, Ireland |
| Toss Prediction: | To Bowl |
| Weather: | 22.3°C|Partly cloudy |
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LLG vs NK Match Prediction & Analysis
The Cricket Ireland Inter-Provincial Twenty20 Trophy 2026 continues with an important clash between Leinster Lightning and North-West Warriors at Wallace Park.
Leinster Lightning will head into the match with plenty of confidence after defeating the Warriors by 20 runs earlier in the tournament. They have enjoyed a strong start to the season and currently sit at the top of the points table with 6 points and an impressive Net Run Rate of +1.250. One of their matches was also washed out due to rain.
Meanwhile, the North-West Warriors are still searching for their first win of the campaign. They lost their opening game, while their next fixture against the Northern Knights was abandoned without a ball being bowled because of bad weather.
With the tournament entering a crucial phase, Leinster will be looking to strengthen their position at the top, while the Warriors will be eager to bounce back and keep their hopes alive with a much-needed victory.
RECENT PERFORMANCE
LLG
W
W
W
W
W
LLG
179/9 in 16.0 11.19
159/6 in 16.0 9.94
226/4 in 34.1 6.61
IP50T
Leinster Lightning beat Northern Knights (Ireland) by 6 wickets
223/10 in 42.2 5.27
275/10 in 49.5 5.52
IP50T
Leinster Lightning beat North West Warriors by 44 runs
231/10 in 48.4 4.75
210/6 in 46.1 4.55
204/10 in 39.1 5.21
328/8 in 50.0 6.56
IP50T
Leinster Lightning beat Munster Reds by 48 runs
280/10 in 46.1 6.06
NK
L
L
L
W
NK
226/4 in 34.1 6.61
IP50T
Leinster Lightning beat Northern Knights (Ireland) by 6 wickets
223/10 in 42.2 5.27
278/4 in 40.0 6.95
IP50T
Munster Reds beat Northern Knights (Ireland) by 6 wickets
274/10 in 47.2 5.79
210/6 in 46.1 4.55
204/10 in 39.1 5.21
286/6 in 46.1 6.19
IP50T
Northern Knights (Ireland) beat North West Warriors by 4 wickets
283/5 in 50.0 5.66
HEAD TO HEAD
Last 3 Matches
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226/4 in 34.1
IP50T
Leinster Lightning beat Northern Knights (Ireland) by 6 wickets
223/10 in 42.2
210/6 in 46.1
204/10 in 39.1
TEAMS PREVIEW
Leinster Lightning Preview
The Leinster Lightning enter this contest brimming with immense tactical confidence. In their previous full outing, their batting layout fired on all cylinders to stack up a mammoth 179/9 in a rain-curtailed 16-over shootout.
Young batting mainstay Tim Tector was the absolute star, clearing boundaries at will, while their primary bowling unit displayed elite death containment as Samuel Harbinson (3/24) choked the chase elegantly.
However, a minor structural weakness was exposed in their lower-middle order, where a sudden lack of acceleration triggered a collapse of 4 wickets for just 12 runs at the death.
Moving forward, the team will look to stabilize their finishing partnerships, execute cleaner rotational strikes against disciplined spin, and maximize their deep batting depth on a quick outfield.
Key Players: Tim Tector, Samuel Harbinson, George Dockrell
Leinster Lightning Predicted Playing XI:
Tim Tector, Harry Tector, Lorcan Tucker (wk), George Dockrell (c), Greg Ford, Samuel Harbinson, Gavin Hoey, Fionn Hand, Barry McCarthy, Reuben Wilson, Ben White.
Leinster Lightning Key Players From Previous Game Of Ireland Inter Provincial T20 Trophy, 2026
Leinster Lightning Actual Playing XI:
Lorcan Tucker, Harry Tector, Tim Tector, Stephen Doheny, Gavin Hoey, David Delany, Matt Hollard, Jai Moondra, George Dockrell, Christopher De Freitas, Fionn Hand
Northern Knights (Ireland) Preview
The North-West Warriors will be eager to bounce back after their defeat to Leinster Lightning earlier in the tournament.
In that match, they were chasing 180 runs but could only manage 159/6, losing by 20 runs. Stephen Doheny played a good innings, but the rest of the batting lineup struggled to keep up with the required run rate.
Their most recent scheduled match against the Northern Knights was abandoned due to bad weather, so the team has not had much opportunity to build momentum.
One of the Warriors' biggest concerns has been their bowling in the powerplay. They conceded too many boundaries in their last completed game and were unable to put enough pressure on the opposition batters.
To challenge a strong Leinster side this time, they will need a better performance with the new ball, tighter bowling overall, and a solid start from their top-order batters. If their leading players can step up, the Warriors will have a much better chance of making this contest competitive.
Key Players: Stephen Doheny, Andy McBrine, Craig Young
Northern Knights (Ireland) Predicted Playing XI:
Stephen Doheny (wk), Jared Wilson, Andy McBrine (c), Liam Doherty, Shane Getkate, Gavin Roulston, Scott MacBeth, William McClintock, Craig Young, Harry Dyer, Trent McKeegan.
Northern Knights (Ireland) Actual Playing XI:
Ross Adair, Tom Mayes, Kian Hilton, James McCollum, Matthew Humphreys, Cian Roberston, Carson McCullough, Reuben Wilson, Cade Carmichael, Morgan Topping, Charles Swart
PITCH AND WEATHER CONDITIONS
Weather Conditions
The weather in Lisburn is forecasted to be partly cloudy with a cool afternoon breeze and temperatures hovering around 16°C. Humidity levels will remain relatively high at 68%, combined with a 14 mph crosswind, which means seamers can expect consistent aerial assistance.
LLG vs NK Pitch Report
The deck at the historic Wallace Park turf acts as a traditional balanced surface that heavily rewards disciplined line and length. The average first-innings score on this lush outfield sits around 142 runs, with the fresh grass cover offering sharp lateral movement to frontline pacers during the initial powerplay.
Across the matches tracked at this venue, teams bowling first have extracted major visual advantages from the early morning moisture, with chasing teams successfully securing 4 wins out of the last 6 completed matches.
Score Prediction
If Leinster Lightning Bat 1st: 160-175 runs
If North-West Warriors Bat 1st: 140-155 runs
Toss: To Bowl
The winning captain will look to bowl first. Given the standard overcast parameters and high humidity levels in Lisburn, captains winning the flip will prefer to unleash their new-ball attack when the surface is at its freshest. Bowling first entirely eliminates the physical pressure of setting a target in changing conditions, allowing the chasing side to manage their resource layout with a clear numbers board in front of them.
Toss Prediction: Leinster Lightning to win the toss.
LLG vs NK
Winning Prediction
The Leinster Lightning will go into this match as the favourites. Their batting lineup looks strong, with Tim Tector in excellent form, while experienced players like George Dockrell and Harry Tector add quality and stability to the side.
Leinster have also been playing with confidence and know how to handle pressure situations, which gives them an advantage in important matches.
The North-West Warriors have talented players such as Andy McBrine and Craig Young, who can make an impact, but the team has looked a bit inconsistent at times, especially with the ball. Their last scheduled match was abandoned due to rain, which may have disrupted their momentum.
Considering Leinster's stronger form, balanced squad, and recent success against the Warriors, they appear to have the upper hand heading into this contest.
Leinster Lightning to win the match
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