IRE vs SA Match Prediction - Who will win today’s 2nd T20I match between IRE vs SA?

Ireland will take on South Africa in the second ODI of the series at the Sheikh Zayed Stadium in Abu Dhabi, on September 29. South Africa comprehensively won the first T20I with eight wickets and Ireland would aim to level the series with a win in the upcoming game. Ireland were impressive with the bat in the previous game with their top order pitching in with some crucial runs.

But the host’s bowling department was all over the place and failed to get wickets at regular intervals. Chasing a target of 172, South Africa lost their first wicket on 136 runs in 13 overs. With the game scheduled at the same venue, Ireland bowlers need to step up to the occasion and complement their batters to contain the Proteas.

IRE vs SA Match Details:

Pitch Report

The Sheikh Zayed Stadium played out of character and aided the batters as the bowlers struggled in the second half of the first T20I game. But the pitch still assists spinners and provides minimal turn and lower bounce. The skies will be clear on the weather front, and there will be no hint of rain during the game. Hence the skipper winning the toss will be tempted to bat first in the upcoming second T20I.

Head-To-Head Records

Probable Predicted 11 for IRE vs SA

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.

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.

Probable Top Performers from IRE vs SA

Probable Best Batter: Ryan Rickelton

The fact that the second T20I will be played at the same ground, South Africa opener, Ryan Rickelton might carry the muscle memory. The southpaw was Player of the Match in the first T20I scoring, 76 off just 48 deliveries, laced with three boundaries and six maximums. 

Probable Best Bowler: Patrick Kruger

Patrick Kruger might replicate his last game's antics in the second game as the Ireland batters thew their wickets after a good start. He picked up four wickets, conceding just 27 runs. And most importantly the pacer bowled a maiden delivering his first over of the game.

                  Today's Match Prediction: Team batting first to win the match

Scenario 1

Ireland win the toss and opt to bat first

Powerplay Score: 40-50

IRE: 160-180

Ireland win the match

Scenario 2

South Africa win the toss and opt to bat first

Powerplay Score: 50-60

SA: 185-205

South Africa 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.