In the much-anticipated clash between Ireland and Pakistan at Clontarf Cricket Club, Pakistan is favored to secure a victory in their inaugural T20I encounter on Irish soil| Lotus365. Can Ireland defy expectations and snatch a 1-0 lead in this thrilling three-match series?
Key Players and Past Encounters
Andrew Balbirnie and Harry Tector will play crucial roles for Ireland, aiming to set a competitive total. Meanwhile, Babar Azam and Fakhar Zaman seek to maintain their excellent form with the bat for Pakistan. Notably, Pakistan holds a historical advantage, having defeated Ireland by a significant margin almost 15 years ago in their only T20I meeting.
Tournament:Â Pakistan tour of Ireland, 2024
Format:Â T20
Toss Prediction:Â To Bowl
IRE VS PAK MATCH PREDICTION & ANALYSIS
This match marks a crucial preparation for both teams ahead of the T20 World Cup. Ireland, led by Paul Stirling, aims to challenge Pakistan's formidable squad and gain momentum before the global tournament. However, Pakistan views this series as vital preparation for their upcoming tour of England.
Probable Playing XIs
Ireland Predicted Playing XI:Â Paul Stirling (c), Andrew Balbirnie, Curtis Campher, Harry Tector, Lorcan Tucker (wk), Neil Rock, Gareth Delany, Mark Adair, Barry McCarthy, Craig Young, Benjamin White.
Pakistan Predicted Playing XI:Â Saim Ayub, Babar Azam (c), Mohd Rizwan (wk), Fakhar Zaman, Iftikhar Ahmed, Shadab Khan, Imad Wasim, Shaheen Afridi, Haris Rauf, Abbas Afridi, Naseem Shah.
Pitch and Weather Conditions
The pitch at Castle Avenue tends to favor seam and swing bowlers initially, with teams struggling to post high scores. Cloud cover on match day could further assist bowlers early in the game.
IRE vs PAK Pitch Report
Castle Avenue's recent T20I history shows a balanced record, with Ireland winning one and losing one match. The toss may not offer a significant advantage to either batting or bowling first.
Winning Prediction
Pakistan holds the upper hand, given their experience and skill in T20 cricket. While Ireland can pose a challenge if they perform at their best, Pakistan's overall superiority makes them the favorites to clinch victory in this contest.
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