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Ireland are set to face South Africa in the second and final T20I of their two-match series in the UAE. The Proteas are currently leading 1-0, having secured a win in the opening encounter. Heading into the final game, South Africa will be looking to maintain their momentum and clinch the series with a perfect record.
For Ireland, the final match is a must-win scenario, as a victory would allow them to draw the series and avoid a clean sweep by the Proteas. Despite their loss in the first game, Ireland will be determined to make a strong comeback and level the series.
The upcoming clash promises to be an exciting contest, with South Africa eager to build on their winning form and Ireland fighting to stay in the series. Fans can expect a competitive encounter, as both teams aim to finish the series on a high note.
Ireland vs South Africa in UAE 2024, 2nd T20I:
- Date and Time: September 29: 3:30 pm GMT/7:30 pm Local/ 9:00 pm IST
- Venue: Sheikh Zayed Stadium, Abu Dhabi
Sheikh Zayed Stadium Pitch Report
The track at Sheikh Zayed Stadium in Abu Dhabi is notably bowler-friendly, providing assistance to both spinners and pacers. The surface tends to slow the ball down as it travels, making it challenging for batters to accurately judge the speed. This unpredictability presents a significant challenge, disrupting their timing and hindering their ability to execute shots with accuracy and finesse.
IRE vs SA Dream11 Prediction Picks:
- Wicketkeeper: Ryan Rickelton
- Batters: Reeza Hendricks, Harry Tector, Tristan Stubbs
- All-rounders: Aiden Markram, Curtis Campher, Wiaan Mulder, Patrick Kruger
- Bowlers: Craig Young, Mark Adair, Ottneil Baartman
IRE vs SA Dream11 Prediction Captain and Vice-Captain:
Choice 1: Reeza Hendricks (c), Patrick Kruger (vc)
Choice 2: Tristan Stubbs (c), Harry Tector (vc)
Also READ: IRE vs SA 2024: South Africa’s best XI for the T20I series against Ireland
IRE vs SA Dream11 Prediction Backups:
Paul Stirling, Bjorn Fortuin, Lungi Ngidi, Neil Rock
IRE vs SA Dream11 Team for today’s match (September 29, 2024, 3:30 pm GMT):
Squads:
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, Jason Smith, Nandre Burger, Lungi Ngidi, Andile Simelane
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, Lorcan Tucker, Gavin Hoey, Graham Hume
