Match Details of 1st T20I Match
- Match: Afghanistan v Ireland, 1st T20I Match, Afghanistan v Ireland in UAE, 2024
- Date and Time: March 15, 04:00 pm GMT / 09:30 pm IST / 08:00 pm local
- Venue: Sharjah Cricket Stadium, Sharjah
AFG vs IRE Preview:
The opening partnership of Rahmanullah Gurbaz and Ibrahim Zadran has been in fine form, and the team will rely on them to lay a solid foundation. Azmatullah Omarzai’s ability to accelerate in the middle overs will be pivotal, with support from Ijaz Ahmadzai and Mohammad Nabi. Rashid Khan and Nangyal Kharotai will shoulder the responsibility of anchoring the lower middle order.
Bolstered by a formidable bowling attack, Afghanistan anticipates a strong performance with the new ball from Fazalhaq Farooqi and Mujeeb Ur Rahman. Rashid Khan aims to exert his influence in the middle overs alongside Naveen-ul-Haq, while Mohammad Nabi and Azmatullah Omarzai add depth to the bowling lineup.
Ireland: Paul Stirling’s side is determined to stage a comeback in the T20 series following their lackluster showing in the ODI series. The batting unit, which struggled previously, must elevate its performance against the formidable Afghan opposition.
Andrew Balbirnie and Paul Stirling will be pivotal in providing a solid start, addressing a key area of concern for the team. The middle order, featuring Harry Tector, Curtis Campher, and Lorcan Tucker, needs to negotiate the Afghan spinners adeptly and focus on forging partnerships. George Dockrell and Mark Adair will aim to contribute quick runs in the lower middle order.
The return of Joshua Little bolsters the bowling lineup and provides an additional option for early breakthroughs alongside Mark Adair. Gareth Delany and Barry McCarthy will play vital roles in the middle overs, striving to contain the Afghan batsmen. Craig Young, Tector, and Curtis Campher add further depth to the bowling arsenal.
AFG vs IRE Possible Playing XI:
Ireland: Paul Stirling, Andrew Balbirnie, Curtis Campher, Harry Tector, Lorcan Tucker, George Dockrell, Mark Adair, Andy McBrine, Craig Young, Graham Hume, Theo van Woerkom.
AFG vs IRE Betting Tips & Match Prediction:
Who will win the toss? – Afghanistan
Who will win? – Afghanistan
AFG vs IRE Dream11 Fantasy Team
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AFG vs IRE Head-To-Head Records:
Stats | Match | AFG Won | IRE Won | NR | Tie |
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Overall | 23 | 16 | 7 | 0 | 0 |
Recent 5 Matches | 4 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
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Venue Information:
- Venue: Sharjah Cricket Stadium
- City: Sharjah
- Capacity: 16, 000
- Ends: Pavilion End, Sharjah Club End
- Hosto to: United Arab Emirates