Here are the complete details for the 2nd T20 match between Ireland and Pakistan to be played on Sunday
Preview
Pakistan are in Ireland to play a three match T20I series to serve as preparation for the T20I World Cup in a few weeks. The home team stunned the world when they defeated the visiting Pakistani side by 7 wickets
Ireland (IRE) got a huge boost after their win over Pakistan in the first game of the series. The home team batters led by Andrew Balbirnie broke no sweat as they easily negated the threat of the Pakistani bowlers to win the game.
Pakistan (PAK) would have been given a rude jolt as Babar Azam saw his team lose to Ireland. The Pakistanis were roundly criticized for their performance in the home series against an under strength New Zealand side. With just two more matches left Babar Azam will hope his team can find their form for the upcoming mega event in June.
Match Information
Probable PlayingXI
Ireland
A Balbirnie, PR Stirling(C), H Tector, Gareth Delany, GH Dockrell, Curtis Campher, L Tucker, MR Adair, BJ McCarthy, CA Young, B White
Bench: N Rock, GR Adair, GI Hume
Pakistan
Saim Ayub, Babar Azam(C), FK Zaman, SH Khan, Iftikhar Ahmed, IM Wasim, Mohammad Rizwan, Azam Khan, S Afridi, Naseem Shah, Abbas Afridi
Bench: Usman Khan, Irfan Khan, Agha Salman, Abrar Ahmed, Mohammad Amir, Haris Rauf, Hasan Ali
Injury News
Will be added when there is an update.
Weather Report: Clear Skies
Win Prediction: Pakistan
Pitch Condition: Balanced
Avg 1st Inning Score: 145
Pitch Report
Captains: 8.5
Andy Balbirnie IRE | bat
The veteran batter from Ireland gave his team a great start to the series with 55-ball 77 in the first game. Andy Balbirnie made sure to bat till the end of the game and give his team the needed cushion to win the game.
Babar Azam PAK | bat
Pakistani team have their skipper to thank in helping them to go the score they had put on the board during the first game. Babar Azam scored 57 runs from 43 balls and batted well to give his team a good start before the middle-order threw it away.
Craig Young IRE | BOWL
The 34-year-old medium pacer was the best bowler on display for the home team with figure of 2/27 from 4 overs. Craig Young got the key wicket of Babar Azam before dismissing Azam Khan to swing the tide in favor of the hosts.
Saim Ayub PAK | BAT
Pakistani youngster Saim Ayub finally came to form and gave his team a flying start with the bat in the first game. The left-handed batter hit 45 runs from 29 balls with 4 fours and 3 sixes to signal his return to form.
Harry Tector IRE | bat
Ireland’s young star Harry Tector yet again displayed why he is considered one of the best young special talents. His 36 runs from 27 balls helped his side gain momentum and win the game as he added a key 77-run stand for the third wicket wth Balbirnie.
Shaheen Afridi PAK | bowl
Former Pakistan skipper Shaheen Afridi has been in good nick with ball and his 1/26 from 4 overs yet again proved why he is rated as the most dangerous bowler in this format. If Pakistan have to win the next game and take the series his role with the new ball will be the key.
Avoid Player Message: 8.5
Shadab Khan: PAK | ALL
Ben White: IRE | BOWL
DISCLAIMER
This team is based on the understanding, analysis, and instinct of the author. While selecting your team, consider the points mentioned and make your own decision.