Ireland vs South Africa 1st ODI Match Prediction: Who will win today’s match between Ire vs SA?

Ireland and South Africa will lock horns again at Sheikh Zayed Stadium, Abu Dhabi, but this time in 50 over format. After leveling up the two-match T20I series against South Africa Ireland will now face South Africa in an ODI match on October 2 in Abu Dhabi. This is the first match of the three-game ODI series, which Ireland tries to win and take an early lead in the series. On the other hand, South Africa is currently going through one of the worst phases of their cricket history, as they recently lost an ODI series with a scoreline of 1-2 against Afghanistan and drew the T20I series 1-1 against Ireland. South Africa will come to this match to make a statement by defeating Ireland in a dominant style. However, Ireland wouldn’t be an easy opponent for Proteas, as the Irish team has recently defeated them, and Ireland will carry that momentum and confidence into this match. So, it will be interesting to see who will win today’s match, will it be confidence-filled, Ireland, or ready to make a statement–South Africa? 

Match Information: Ire vs SA 1st ODI, Abu Dhabi 

Ireland vs South Africa Head to Head in ODI

Pitch Report, Abu Dhabi: Ire vs SA 1st ODI

Considering the T20I series, the pitch in Abu Dhabi could produce another runfest in the 1st ODI match between Ireland and South Africa. The pitch could provide a trustworthy bounce and carry that can help batters play big strokes. Fast bowlers can also get some early seam moment from the surface.

Ireland Probable Playing XI: Ire vs SA 1st ODI, Abu Dhabi

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

South Africa Probable Playing XI: Ire vs SA 1st ODI, Abu Dhabi

Temba Bavuma(c), Kyle Verreynne(wk), Rassie van der Dussen, Tristan Stubbs, Tony de Zorzi, Ryan Rickleton, Bjorn Fortuin, Nqaba Peter, Lungi Ngidi, Wiaan Mulder, Andile Phehlukwayo 

Today’s Match Prediction: Ire vs SA 1st ODI, Abu Dhabi

The flat batting track of Abu Dhabi may look like an easy surface to chase under the light. But the reality is a little bit different in day-night games at Sheikh Zayed Stadium; the pitch tends to get slower with the progress of the game. As a result, chasing a target at this venue is always a tough nut to crack. Considering this toss might play an important role in the outcome of this match, and batting first side has a better chance of winning this game. According to Google Win Predictor, South Africa has 76% winning chances; on the other hand, Ireland has just 24% winning chances. 

Ireland and South Africa Squads for ODI Series 2024

Also Read: IRE vs SA Match Result