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The second ODI brings Ireland and Afghanistan together at Bready Cricket Club, Bready, Northern Ireland, for an exciting contest on 7th August at 3:15 PM IST.
Get the best IRE vs AFG Dream11 prediction, fantasy cricket tips, probable playing XI, and match insights for the 2nd ODI match of the Afghanistan Tour of Ireland. Expert analysis and more.
Hot Picks for IRE vs AFG Dream11 Prediction and Fantasy Cricket Tips:
Captaincy Picks:
| Azmatullah Omarzai – Afghanistan’s premier all-rounder brings outstanding balance to the side, combining powerful middle-order batting with disciplined seam bowling to deliver match-winning performances. |
| Rahmanullah Gurbaz – Afghanistan’s explosive wicketkeeper-opener thrives on aggressive stroke play, regularly providing blistering starts and putting opposition bowlers under immediate pressure. |
Top Picks:
| Rashid Khan – Afghanistan’s superstar leg-spinner consistently changes games through his deceptive variations, exceptional control, and valuable lower-order hitting under pressure. |
| Paul Stirling – Ireland’s seasoned opener leads from the front with fearless intent, blending vast experience and attacking batting to build strong foundations at the top. |
Budget Picks:
| Andrew Balbirnie – Ireland’s dependable top-order batter anchors the innings with calm decision-making, technical solidity, and the ability to guide his team through challenging situations. |
| Fazalhaq Farooqi – Afghanistan’s left-arm pacer excels with the new ball, using swing, accuracy, and sharp pace to dismantle opposition batting line-ups. |
IRE vs AFG Afghanistan Tour of Ireland Captain and Vice-captain Choices:
| Captain | Azmatullah Omarzai & Rahmanullah Gurbaz |
| Vice-Captain | Paul Stirling & Rashid Khan |
IRE vs AFG Dream11 Prediction Team 1:
- Keepers – Lorcan Tucker, Rahmanullah Gurbaz
- Batsmen – Paul Stirling (vc), Harry Tector, Ibrahim Zadran
- All-rounders – George Dockrell, Rahmat Shah, Azmatullah Omarzai ©
- Bowlers – Mark Adair, Rashid Khan, Allah Ghazanfar
IRE vs AFG Dream11 Prediction Team 2:
- Keepers – Rahmanullah Gurbaz ©
- Batsmen – Paul Stirling, Andrew Balbirnie, Harry Tector, Ibrahim Zadran
- All-rounders – George Dockrell, Rahmat Shah, Azmatullah Omarzai
- Bowlers – Mark Adair, Rashid Khan (vc), Fazalhaq Farooqi
IRE vs AFG Dream11 Prediction Today 2nd ODI Afghanistan Tour of Ireland Players to Avoid:
| Players | Dream11 Credits | Dream11 Points (Last match) |
| Liam McCarthy | NA | NA |
| Ziaur Rahman | NA | NA |
IRE vs AFG Dream11 Prediction Today 2nd ODI Afghanistan Tour of Ireland Expert Advice:
| SL Captaincy Choice | Azmatullah Omarzai |
| GL Captaincy Choice | Rahmanullah Gurbaz |
| Punt Picks | Fazalhaq Farooqi and Andrew Balbirnie |
| Dream11 Combination | 2-3-4-2 |
IRE vs AFG Match Preview:
Another exciting chapter of the series unfolds as Ireland take on Afghanistan in the second ODI of the five-match series at Bready Cricket Club, Bready, on 7th August 2026. The opening ODI was abandoned without a ball being bowled after persistent rain prevented even the toss from taking place. Consequently, the series remains locked at 0-0, leaving both teams eager to claim the first win and take an early lead.
Ireland will look to make the most of familiar conditions and deliver a strong all-round performance in front of their home supporters. Moreover, the hosts possess a balanced squad with the experience to challenge Afghanistan in every department. A positive result here would not only give Ireland the advantage in the series but also provide valuable momentum heading into the remaining matches.
Meanwhile, Afghanistan will arrive with the same objective after missing out on the opportunity to compete in the opener. Their experienced batting lineup and potent bowling attack give them the firepower to put Ireland under pressure from the outset. Furthermore, the visitors will aim to seize every opportunity and begin the series with a convincing victory.
With the first ODI producing no result, both teams enter this contest refreshed and highly motivated. Therefore, another competitive encounter is expected as Ireland seek to capitalize on home conditions, while Afghanistan look to make a winning start and gain the upper hand in the five-match ODI series.
IRE vs AFG Head-to-Head Record:
| Teams | Matches Won |
| Ireland | 13 |
| Afghanistan | 18 |
IRE vs AFG Weather & Pitch Report:
| Temperature | 18°C |
| Weather Forecast | Cloudy |
| Pitch Behaviour | Batting-friendly |
| Best Suited To | Pace |
| Average 1st innings score | 248 |
Record of chasing teams:
| Records | Poor |
| Winning % | 48% |
IRE vs AFG Playing 11s (Predicted):
Ireland Playing 11:
1) Paul Stirling ©
2) Andrew Balbirnie
3) Harry Tector
4) Lorcan Tucker (wk)
5) Ben Calitz
6) Curtis Campher
7) Mark Adair
8) Gavin Hoey
9) Andrew McBrine
10) Liam McCarthy
11) Jai Moondra
Afghanistan Playing 11:
1) Rahmanullah Gurbaz (wk)
2) Ibrahim Zadran
3) Rahmat Shah ©
4) Hashmatullah Shahidi
5) Darwish Rasooli
6) Azmatullah Omarzai
7) Sadiqullah Atal
8) Rashid Khan
9) Nangyal Kharote
10) Fazalhaq Farooqi
11) Ziaur Rahman
IRE vs AFG Match Winner Prediction:
Looking at the head-to-head records, Afghanistan is expected to win this match.
