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Ireland vs South Africa 1st T20I Match Prediction: Who will win today’s match between Ire vs SA?

Who will win today’s match between Ire and SA: Ireland and South Africa will lock horns for the sixth time in the shortest format of the game at Sheikh Zayed Stadium in Abu Dhabi on September 27. This match will be the first game of the three-match T20I series, which is only the third bilateral T20 series between these two nations. Ireland will try to fetch their first-ever win over South Africa in the T20 format, as they have lost all five previous meetings against Proteas in 20-over games. On the other side, South Africa can try to give some chances to their youngsters to experience the pressure of international cricket. Although South Africa is a form favorite to win this match, Ireland has the ability to surprise any opponent, especially in the T20 format. So it will be interesting to see who will win today’s match. 

Match Information: Ire vs SA 1st T20I, Abu Dhabi 

MatchIre vs SA 1st T20I 
VenueAbu Dhabi, UAE 
Date & TimeSeptember 27, 2024, 9:00 PM IST
Live Broadcast and Streaming DetailsFancode 

Ireland vs South Africa Head to Head in T20I

Total matches5
Ireland Won 0
South Africa Won5
No Result0
Tied0

Pitch Report, Abu Dhabi: Ire vs SA 1st T20I

The pitch at Abu Dhabi Stadium has always been known for assisting spinners. The surface here provides a bit of extra carry and bounce compared to other wickets in the UAE. Batting becomes easier at this surface with the progress of the game. Toss plays an important part in day-night matches at this venue because of the dew, as chasing a target here is comparatively easier. The 57.58% winning percentage at Sheikh Zayed Stadium while batting second is proof of this. 

Ireland Probable Playing XI: Ire vs SA 1st T20I, Abu Dhabi

Paul Stirling (c), Lorcan Tucker (wk), George Dockrell, Gareth Delany, Matthew Humphreys, Ross Adair, Harry Tector, Curtis Campher, Mark Adair, Craig Young, Grahma Hume

South Africa Probable Playing XI: Ire vs SA 1st T20I, Abu Dhabi

Aiden Markram (c), Ryan Rickelton (wk), Wiaan Mulder, Nqaba Peter, Bjorn Fortuin, Reeza Hendricks, Tristan Stubbs, Matthew Breetzke, Lungi Ngidi, Ottneil Baartman, Nandre Burger

Today’s Match Prediction: Ire vs SA 1st T20I, Abu Dhabi

South Africa is the 6th-ranked side in the ICC T20 rankings, while Ireland is placed in the 11th position in the ICC T20 Team Rankings. So it’s pretty clear that South Africa is a superior side compared to Ireland, and this is why they are favorites to win this match. According to Google Win Predictor, South Africa has a 73% chance of winning the 1st T20I, while Ireland has just a 27% chance of winning this game. 

Ireland and South Africa Squads for T20I Series 2024

IrelandSouth Africa
Paul Stirling (c)Aiden Markram (c)
Fionn HandOttneil Baartman
Graham HumeMatthew Breetzke
Matthew HumphreysNandre Burger
Neil RockBjorn Fortuin
Harry TectorJason Smith
Lorcan TuckerTristan Stubbs
Ben WhiteLizaad Williams
Ross AdairReeza Hendricks
Mark AdairPatrick Kruger
Curtis CampherWiaan Mulder
Gareth DelanyLungi Ngidi
George DockrellNqabayomzi Peter
Craig YoungRyan Rickelton 
Andile Simelane

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