Ireland will take on South Africa in the second ODI of the series at the Sheikh Zayed Stadium in Abu Dhabi, on September 29. South Africa comprehensively won the first T20I with eight wickets and Ireland would aim to level the series with a win in the upcoming game. Ireland were impressive with the bat in the previous game with their top order pitching in with some crucial runs.
But the host’s bowling department was all over the place and failed to get wickets at regular intervals. Chasing a target of 172, South Africa lost their first wicket on 136 runs in 13 overs. With the game scheduled at the same venue, Ireland bowlers need to step up to the occasion and complement their batters to contain the Proteas.
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IRE vs SA Match Details:
| Particulars | Match | Venue | Date & Time | Live Broadcast and Streaming Details |
| Details | Ireland vs South Africa, 2nd T20I | Sheikh Zayed Stadium, Abu Dhabi | Sunday, September 29, 9:00 PM | FanCode app and website |
Pitch Report
The Sheikh Zayed Stadium played out of character and aided the batters as the bowlers struggled in the second half of the first T20I game. But the pitch still assists spinners and provides minimal turn and lower bounce. The skies will be clear on the weather front, and there will be no hint of rain during the game. Hence the skipper winning the toss will be tempted to bat first in the upcoming second T20I.
Head-To-Head Records
| Matches Played | Won by Ireland | Won by South Africa | No Result | First-ever Fixture | Most-recent Fixture |
| 06 | 00 | 06 | 00 | 19 July, 2021 | 27 September, 2024 |
Probable Predicted 11 for IRE vs SA
Ireland:
Paul Stirling (c), Ross Adair, Harry Tector, Curtis Campher, Neil Rock (wk), George Dockrell, Mark Adair, Fionn Hand, Matthew Humphreys, Craig Young, Benjamin White.
South Africa:
Ryan Rickelton (wk), Reeza Hendricks, Matthew Breetzke, Aiden Markram (c), Tristan Stubbs, Wiaan Mulder, Patrick Kruger, Bjorn Fortuin, Nqaba Peter, Lizaad Williams, Ottneil Baartman.
Probable Top Performers from IRE vs SA
Probable Best Batter: Ryan Rickelton
The fact that the second T20I will be played at the same ground, South Africa opener, Ryan Rickelton might carry the muscle memory. The southpaw was Player of the Match in the first T20I scoring, 76 off just 48 deliveries, laced with three boundaries and six maximums.
Probable Best Bowler: Patrick Kruger
Patrick Kruger might replicate his last game’s antics in the second game as the Ireland batters thew their wickets after a good start. He picked up four wickets, conceding just 27 runs. And most importantly the pacer bowled a maiden delivering his first over of the game.
Today’s Match Prediction: Team batting first to win the match
Scenario 1
Ireland win the toss and opt to bat first
Powerplay Score: 40-50
IRE: 160-180
Ireland win the match
Scenario 2
South Africa win the toss and opt to bat first
Powerplay Score: 50-60
SA: 185-205
South Africa win the match
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Disclaimer: The prediction is based on the understanding, analysis, and instinct of the author. While making your prediction, consider the points mentioned, and make your own decision.