AFG vs IRE Match Prediction, 3rd ODI - Who will win today’s match between AFG vs IRE?

Preview

Afghanistan (AFG) registered a comfortable victory over Ireland (IRE) in the first ODI of the ongoing series, while the second one was called off due to rain. The hosts are currently leading 1-0 in the series and will be confident of getting the job done in the third and final match of the series. Afghan opener Rahmullah Gurbaz and skipper Hashmatullah Shahidi played some brilliant cricket, while Fazalhaq Farooqi established his authority with the ball, picking up four wickets.

Speaking of Ireland, Harry Tector stole the show in the first ODI in Sharjah. The middle-order batter smashed 138 runs, while Lorcan Tucker made 85. Courtesy of their brilliant batting, Ireland came close to the chase, but the Tector and Tucker duo got little to no support from other batters, which ultimately played a massive part in their defeat. Nevertheless, they have quality players in their ranks who can turn things around in the series finale on Tuesday, March 12.

AFG vs IRE Match Details

Pitch Report

The Sharjah Cricket Stadium in Sharjah is known for its batting-friendly conditions. The surface helped the batters in the first ODI, and the same can be seen in the third ODI. Bowling first will be ideal, and anything above 300 runs can be considered to be a good total for the defending side.

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AFG vs IRE Head-to-Head Record

AFG vs IRE Probable Playing XI

Afghanistan:

Rahmanullah Gurbaz (wk), Ibrahim Zadran, Rahmat Shah, Hashmatullah Shahidi (c), Ikram Alikhil, Azmatullah Omarzai, Mohammad Nabi, Gulbadin Naib, Noor Ahmad, Fazalhaq Farooqi, Allah Ghazanfar

Ireland:

Paul Stirling (c), Andrew Balbirnie, Curtis Campher, Harry Tector, Lorcan Tucker (wk), George Dockrell, Mark Adair, Andy McBrine, Graham Hume, Theo van Woerkom, Craig Young

Probable Best Batter of the Match

Opener Rahmanullah Gurbaz is in remarkable form at the moment. He hit a fantastic century in the first ODI and has also done well in the series against Sri Lanka earlier in the year. He would look forward to keeping up with the momentum and once again make a difference in the middle.

Probable Best Bowler of the Match

Afghanistan pacer Fazalhaq Farooqi looked ruthless in the last match, picking up four wickets at an economy rate of 5.10. He can be a very difficult bowler to play in the initial overs, and Ireland batters will need to plan differently to tackle the pacer.

Today’s Match Prediction: Afghanistan to win the match

Scenario - 1

Afghanistan win the toss and bowl

Powerplay Score – 40-50

First Innings Score - 270-290

Afghanistan  win the match

Scenario - 2

Ireland win the toss and bowl

Powerplay Score - 55-65

First Innings Score - 310-330

Afghanistan win the match

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.