Ireland will be up against South Africa in the 1st T20I of Ireland vs South Africa in UAE 2024 at Sheikh Zayed Stadium in Abu Dhabi. Here’s IRE vs SA Dream11 Prediction and fantasy cricket tips.
Series – Ireland vs South Africa in UAE 2024
Match – Ireland vs South Africa, 1st T20I
Venue – Sheikh Zayed Stadium, Abu Dhabi
Date & Time – 27 September 2024 at 09:00 PM IST
Live Streaming – Fancode
Ireland will be eager to bounce back after an underwhelming campaign in the 2024 T20 World Cup, as this series marks their return to the format. With key players like Paul Stirling, Mark Adair, Curtis Campher, Gareth Delany, and George Dockrell in their ranks, they will be looking to secure a positive result. Meanwhile, South Africa will be desperate for a win, having lost their last two series, an ODI series to Afghanistan and a T20I series to the West Indies.
Abu Dhabi Pitch Report
The wicket at the Abu Dhabi International Stadium is expected to be batting-friendly, with the pacers likely to get some assistance as well. Spinners will likely come into the game in the second innings, and the wicket could slow down as the game progresses.
Ireland Playing 11
Paul Stirling (c), Ross Adair, Lorcan Tucker (wk), Harry Tector, Curtis Campher, George Dockrell, Gareth Delany, Mark Adair, Fionn Hand, Craig Young, Graham Hume
Ireland Squad
Paul Stirling (captain), Mark Adair, Ross Adair, Curtis Campher, Gareth Delany, George Dockrell, Fionn Hand, Matthew Humphreys, Graham Hume, Neil Rock, Harry Tector, Lorcan Tucker, Ben White, Craig Young
South Africa Playing 11
Ryan Rickelton (wk), Reeza Hendricks, Aiden Markram (c), Tristan Stubbs, Jason Smith, Wiaan Mulder, Patrick Kruger, Bjorn Fortuin, Lizaad Williams, Nandre Burger, Lungi Ngidi
South Africa Squad
Aiden Markram (captain), Ottneil Baartman, Matthew Breetzke, Nandre Burger, Bjorn Fortuin, Reeza Hendricks, Patrick Kruger, Wiaan Mulder, Lungi Ngidi, Nqaba Peter, Ryan Rickelton, Andile Simelane, Jason Smith, Tristan Stubbs, Lizaad Williams
Top Fantasy Picks of IRE vs SA Dream11 Team
- Paul Stirling (IRE): Paul Stirling has been Ireland’s batting mainstay for years, consistently delivering at the top of the order. With 3,601 runs in 145 T20Is at a strike rate of 134.60, including 23 fifties, Stirling’s explosive starts make him a prime pick for this match.
- Aiden Markram (SA): Markram has been a top batter for South Africa across all three formats and possesses a wide range of shots. He has scored 1,294 runs at a strike rate of 144.60 in 51 T20I games while also picking up 12 wickets. This makes him a top pick for the captain or vice-captain role for this outing.
- Mark Adair (IRE): Mark Adair’s express pace and ability to take wickets in all phases of the game make him a crucial asset. With 122 wickets in 86 T20Is at an economy of 7.69, Adair’s impact is undeniable. His recent form makes him an excellent choice for multiplier options.
- Tristan Stubbs (SA): Stubbs has been one of the most attacking batters in the middle order for South Africa. With 548 runs in 29 T20Is at an impressive average of 28.80, his capabilities make him a top pick for this encounter.
- Reeza Hendricks (SA): Reeza Hendricks is a fine batter with solid technique. He has scored 1,999 runs at a strike rate of 128.90 in 71 T20I matches, making him a valuable asset for this game.
IRE vs SA Dream11 Prediction for Today Match
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Where to Watch Ireland vs South Africa in UAE 2024 Live in India?
You can catch all the action of Ireland vs South Africa in UAE 2024 live on the Fancode app and website.
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