IRE vs AFG 5th ODI, Cricket Tips: It has been one-way traffic in the ongoing five-match ODI series in Ireland. Afghanistan have been unstoppable and have already won the series with three consecutive wins. Can they make it four in a row and record a series whitewash? The final ODI will be held at Civil Service Cricket Club on Saturday at 3:15 PM IST.
Ibrahim Zadran and Sediq Atal scored centuries in the last game. Rashid Khan carried his form and took three wickets, while Yamin Ahmadzai took four wickets. Ireland tried and scored 300+, but they still lost the game. That is what they are missing. They need a strong top-order performance and a better bowling unit.
IRE vs AFG: Match Details
- Date: August 15, 2026 (Saturday)
- Time: 3:15 PM IST
- Venue: Civil Service Cricket Club, Belfast
IRE vs AFG: Live Streaming Details
Indian fans can watch the IRE vs AFG clash on the FanCode mobile app or website.
IRE vs AFG: Head-to-Head in ODIs
- Total Matches: 36
- Afghanistan: 21
- Ireland: 13
- No-result: 02
IRE vs AFG: Ground Pitch Report
The wicket for the fourth ODI was excellent to bat on. Batters enjoyed their time on the crease. But there was enough assistance with the new ball for the fast bowlers, whereas spinners will get good grip from the wicket.
IRE vs AFG: Possible XIs
Ireland: Paul Stirling (c), Andrew Balbirnie, Harry Tector, Cade Carmichael, Lorcan Tucker (wk), Curtis Campher, Mark Adair, Ben Calitz, Gavin Hoey, Byron McDonough, Liam McCarthy
Afghanistan: Ibrahim Zadran, Sediq Atal, Rahmanullah Gurbaz (wk), Rahmat Shah (c), Hashmatullah Shahidi, Azmatullah Omarzai, Darwish Rasooli, Rashid Khan, AM Ghazanfar, Zia ur Rahman, Yamin Ahmadzai
IRE vs AFG: Player to Watch Out For
Probable Best Batter
Ibrahim Zadran has been in great form. He has already played two match-winning knocks this season. For Ireland, Andrew Balbirnie has shown batting form and is the leading scorer for his team.
Probable Best Bowler
Rashid Khan has been in incredible form and has already taken 12 wickets in the last three games. Gavin Hoey has bowled well in the entire series and has troubled Afghanistan.
Today Match Prediction: Ireland have not been able to perform as planned. We predict Afghanistan to win the final ODI.
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