Get the best UAE vs IRE Dream11 prediction, fantasy cricket tips, likely playing XI and match insights for the 2nd T20I of Ireland Tour of United Arab Emirates 2026. Expert analysis and more.
UAE vs IRE match preview:
Ireland led the two-match T20I series 1-0 after a strong win in the first game. In the opening match, Ireland scored a competitive total of 178/6 in their 20 overs with contributions from Ross Adair (39) and Lorcan Tucker (38), and important knocks from Benjamin Calitz (26*) and George Dockrell (22*). Meanwhile, Gareth Delany and George Dockrell made important breakthroughs with the ball.
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As a result, UAE struggled in their chase and were dismissed for 121, with Muhammad Waseem top scoring with 40 and Aryansh Sharma adding 23. Irish bowlers Junaid Siddique and Haider Ali both claimed two wickets to secure a 57-run win.
Therefore, Ireland have a great chance to wrap up the series by winning the second T20I as they build confidence through their all-round performance. Conversely, UAE will look to bounce back in the next game by improving their batting and taking early wickets to stay alive in the series.
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UAE vs IRE Head-to-Head Record:
Teams | Matches won |
United Arab Emirates | 7 |
Ireland | 8 |
UAE vs IRE Weather and Pitch Report:
Temperature | 24°C |
Weather forecast | Clear sky |
Pitch behavior | Stroke-friendly |
Best suited for | Pace |
Average score in the first innings | 174 |
Record of chasing teams:
UAE vs IRE games 11s (predicted):
United Arab Emirates Games 11:
1) Muhammad Waseem ©
2) Aryansh Sharma (week)
3) Sohaib Khan
4) Alishan Sharafu
5) Rahul Chopra
6) Harshit Kaushik
7) Basil Hameed
8) Mohammed Arfan
9) Haider Ali
10) Junaid Siddique
11) Muhammad Jawadullah
Ireland Plays 11:
1) Paul Stirling ©
2) Ross Adair
3) Harry Tector
4) Lorcan Tucker (wk)
5) Curtis Campher
6) Benjamin Calitz
7) Gareth Delany
8) George Dockrell
9) Mark Adair
10) Barry McCarthy
11) Matthew Humphreys
Popular picks for UAE vs IRE Dream11 prediction and fantasy cricket tips:
Captaincy Choices:
Paul Stirling – A right-handed explosive batsman for Ireland. He added 8 points in the previous match, while continuing to provide aggressive intentions up top. |
George Dockrell – He represented Ireland as a right-handed batsman and left-arm orthodox spinner and contributed an impressive 22 runs in the final match, adding useful value with the bat. |
Top Picks:
Alishan Sharafu – Operating in the middle order for the United Arab Emirates as a right-handed batsman, he contributed 16 points in the previous match with composed shot selection. |
Muhammad Waseem – He led UAE with confidence and played a positive innings in the last match, scoring 40 runs while setting the tone at the top. |
Budget choices:
Basil Hameed – Representing the United Arab Emirates as a right-handed batsman and right-arm off-break bowler, he adds valuable all-round depth through controlled batting and disciplined spin support. |
Barry McCarthy – He plays for Ireland as a right-arm medium pacer and contributes reliable seam movement, disciplined lines and a consistent wicket-taking threat during spells. |
UAE vs IRE Ireland Tour of the United Arab Emirates 2026 Captain and Vice-Captain Choices:
Captain | Paul Stirling and George Dockrell |
Vice Captain | Waseem Muhammad and Alihansha Sharafu |
UAE vs IRE Dream11 Prediction Team 1:
- Custodian – Aryansh Sharma
- Batters – Paul Stirling ©, Harry Tector, Alishan Sharafu, Waseem Muhammad (vc)
- All-rounders – George Dockrell, Curtis Campher, Harshit Kaushik
- Bowlers – Craig Young, Mark Adair, Junaid Siddique
UAE vs IRE Dream11 Prediction Team 2:
- Custodian – Aryansh Sharma
- Batters – Paul Stirling, Harry Tector, Alishan Sharafu (vc), Waseem Muhammad
- All-rounders – George Dockrell ©, Curtis Campher, Basil Hameed
- Bowlers – Mark Adair, Barry McCarthy, Junaid Siddique
UAE vs IRE Dream11 Prediction Today 2nd T20I Ireland UAE Tour 2026 Players to Avoid:
Players | Dream11 credits | Dream11 Points (Last match) |
Tim Tector | 7.0 credits | THAT |
Mohammed Zohaib | 7.5 credits | THAT |
UAE vs IRE Dream11 Prediction Today 2nd T20I Ireland UAE Tour 2026 Expert Advice:
SL Captaincy Choice | Paul Stirling |
GL Captaincy Choice | George Dockrell |
Point picks | Barry McCarthy and Basil Hamed |
Dream11 Combination | 1-4-3-3 |
UAE vs IRE match winner prediction:
Given their recent performances, Ireland is expected to win this match.
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