Afghanistan and Ireland are all ready to clash in the second T20 International of the thrilling three-match series, which will be held at the famous Sharjah Cricket Stadium of the United Arab Emirates scheduled on March 17, at 04:00 PM GMT / 08:00 PM local time.
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Afghanistan and Ireland are all ready to clash in the second T20 International of the thrilling three-match series, which will be held at the famous Sharjah Cricket Stadium of the United Arab Emirates scheduled on March 17, at 04:00 PM GMT / 08:00 PM local time. After a thrilling performance by Ireland in a one-sided contest, they defeated Afghanistan by 38 runs in the opening match of this series. Both teams are likely to start the scheduled competition on a warm, competitive condition. When Ireland was asked to bat first in the opening game, they performed splendidly and set a target of 150 runs. Harry Tector was top scorer with 56 runs off just 34 deliveries, providing the backbone for Ireland’s innings.
Afghanistan’s wrist spinner, the star, Rashid Khan shone spectacularly, clinching three crucial wickets for his team. In reply, the Irish made early breakthroughs and then one strong partnership with Mohammad Ishaq and Mohammad Nabi but eventually Afghanistan failed to maintain a firm grip. The Afghan batting order was destroyed by Ben White, the Irish bowler taking four wickets individually. With a 1-0 lead, Ireland would be able to compete at the upcoming match with great enthusiasm. As we anticipate the high-stakes affair, cricket aficionados should expect a game loaded with skill, strategy and determination by the participating teams.
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The Sharjah Cricket Stadium in Sharjah is known for being a batting paradise, suiting both batsmen and bowlers, still more favorable for the batters. The pitch generally leans towards benefiting the team batting initially, as evidenced by an average first innings score of 151 in T20I matches held at this venue. Despite its reputation as a batsman’s heaven, the early hours of play will offer assistance to pace bowlers who will enjoy the pace and bounce on offer, with swing also likely to play a part, adding to the difficulties for the batsmen, bringing a bowler or two into the game. The current weather conditions at Sharjah are such that the temperature is a pleasant 25°C, with humidity at 50%, wind speed of 19km/hr, with very little cloud cover at 5%, which should make for a very interesting contest between the bat and ball.
Out of the 24 matches played, Afghanistan emerged victorious in 16 encounters, while Ireland secured victory in 8 matches, with no matches ending in no result or a draw.
The live streaming in India of Afghanistan vs Ireland, 2nd T20I will be telecasted on FanCode.
Afghanistan: Rahmanullah Gurbaz, Sediqullah Atal, Ibrahim Zadran, Azmatullah Omarzai, Mohammad Ishaq (wk), Mohammad Nabi, Ijaz Ahmad Ahmadzai, Nangeyalia Kharote, Rashid Khan (c), Naveen-ul-Haq, Fazalhaq Farooqi.
Ireland: Andy Balbirnie, Paul Stirling (c), Lorcan Tucker (wk), Harry Tector, Curtis Campher, Neil Rock, Gareth Delany, Mark Adair, Barry McCarthy, Josh Little, Ben White.
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