England vs Ireland 1st ODI, Live Updates: Toss Delayed Due To Rain

England vs Ireland, 1st ODI, Live Updates:England will be squaring off against Ireland in the first ODI of the three match series on Wednesday at Headingley in Leeds. The Three Lions will be led by Zak Crawley in this series, which will be the final dress rehearsal, before the ODI World Cup in October. England will be coming to this side after clinching a three-match ODI series 3-1 against New Zealand. On the other hand, Ireland will also be putting their best foot forward in order to clinch victory. (Live Scorecard)

UPDATE - 5.06 pm IST (11.36 am GMT) - There is nothing new from the middle as the covers are still firmly on and instead of cricket we are playing the waiting game.

UPDATE: 4:35 pm IST (11:05 am GMT) - As expected, the rain has been consistent and the covers are still on. The toss is delayed due to rain. Stay tuned for further updates.

Ireland have not played this format since July this year. They will be playing an ODI after a long break away from home. They have had a good qualifying round for the World Cup. The Irish have won their last 3 ODI's. They will look to continue their streak and defeat their opposition at their home turf. Stay put as live action will be taking center stage shortly. We will be getting you the toss and team news shortly.

England are in super form after dominating a series against New Zealand at home. They won that series 3-1. They will also have the home advantage in this series, and it will be good practice for the squad ahead of the World Cup. The Englishmen will hope that they gain much necessary momentum with another series victory ahead of the World Cup.

Hello and a very warm welcome folks. We are awaiting an exciting clash between England and Ireland. The venue for the first