The first match in Group D of the 2010 World Twenty20 is a crucial one for both the West Indies and Ireland, with the winner likely clearing a path to the Super Eight stage.
The West Indies may be the hosts, and 2009 semi-finalists, but they are also a side struggling for form despite being captained by a batsman, Chris Gayle, who at his destructive best can win a match off his own bat.
Ireland made a surprise appearance beyond the group stage last year, but have lost to fellow qualifiers Afghanistan in their warm-up matches – they also lost against the same team in the final of the qualifying tournament – a result that does not bode well for their chances in the main tournament.
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