Afghanistan vs Ireland - 3rd T20I | Performance Preview | Pitch Report | Playing XIs | Match Prediction

In the 3rd T20I of Afghanistan v Ireland in UAE, 2024, things are going to be interesting as the results of this match will decide the series winners.

The 3rd T20I of the series would decide, which team has the stronger hold on the game. Ireland has won the Only Test, whereas Afghanistan has overtaken the ODI series.

When these two teams square off, spectators can anticipate a thrilling contest. Their final tune-up before the highly anticipated ICC Twenty20 World Cup 2024 is this upcoming match.

Performance Preview

With their 38-run victory in the first Twenty20 International, Ireland has jumped out to an early series lead. Ireland, coached by Paul Stirling, will play their last game in the UAE with the hopes of completing their tour with a victory.

After being chosen to bat first in the inaugural Twenty20 International, Ireland scored (149) runs thanks to Harry Tector's undefeated 56-run knock-off of (34) balls. Rashid Khan, the cornerstone of Afghanistan's bowling attack, finished with (3/19), showcasing their bowling brilliance.

Though AFG won the toss in the AFG vs IRE - 2nd T20I, their batting performance was not satisfactory. It was only three batters that added runs on the scoreboard. Nabi, Atal, and Rashid scored (59), (35), and (25) runs respectively.

Afghanistan set a respectable target score for Ireland to chase thanks to Nabi's (59 runs) stint. With an astonishing run rate of (155.26), he batted for (38) balls, hitting six fours and three sixes.

To add runs, Atal assisted Nabi. He had a strike rate of (109.38) runs and scored (35) runs off (32) balls.

Irish bowlers put up a valiant effort, preventing runs and taking wickets. The performances of Mark, Joshua, Barry, and Benjamin were quite remarkable. Each bowler took three, two, two, and one wicket, correspondingly.

In the first overs, Ireland dominated the game with all the pressure. Andrew got off to a good start, hit (45) runs off (44) balls, and Paul was a wonderful companion till Kharote bowled him out.

Ireland got off to a good start, then their performance plummeted. No hitter was able to build on the success of the openers. The only catch is that Gareth's efforts to maintain the momentum were ultimately unsuccessful.

Ireland quickly blew all of their winning opportunities, and Afghanistan went on to win by (10) runs.

Pitch Report

Batters usually find favorable conditions at the Sharjah Cricket Stadium. The surface will provide aid to bowlers who spin and bat. Twenty20 Internationals played here have an average first innings score of (151).

Batting first has resulted in more victories for the home side on this field than batting second has. Thus, the captain who won the toss will probably choose to bat first to set a respectable score.

Playing XIs

AFG vs IRE - Match Prediction

Considering the performances - team and players, and specific updates, it looks like Afghanistan will win Afghanistan vs Ireland 3rd T20I against Ireland.

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