The 2nd ODI between Ireland and Afghanistan will be played on August 7, 2026, at Bready. The opening ODI was abandoned without a ball being bowled due to rain, so both teams will now be eager to take the lead in the five-match series. Ireland will look to make the most of the home conditions, while Afghanistan will aim to continue their strong ODI record against the hosts. This makes the Dream11 Prediction for this match intriguing to watch.
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IRE vs AFG Dream11 Prediction: Dream11 Team Today, Fantasy Cricket Tips, Playing XI, Pitch Report, Injury Update - 2nd ODI, Afghanistan Tour of Ireland 2026

The series remains level at 0-0 after the rain-hit first ODI. For the second match, Ireland will once again rely on experienced players like Paul Stirling, Harry Tector, and Mark Adair, while Afghanistan will look towards Ibrahim Zadran, Rahmat Shah, Rashid Khan, and Azmatullah Omarzai to deliver. On this note, let's look at the details for the IRE vs AFG Dream11 team prediction.
Ireland vs Afghanistan Match Details
| Series | Afghanistan tour of Ireland 2026 |
|---|---|
| Match | Ireland vs Afghanistan, 2nd ODI |
| Toss | To Be Updated |
| Venue | Bready |
| City | Bready |
| Match Start Time | 3:15 PM IST, 7th August 2026 |
| Live Streaming | FanCode |
| Scorecard | IRE vs AFG 2nd ODI Scorecard |
IRE vs AFG Dream11 Team Today Stats
| Player | Team | Recent Stats |
|---|---|---|
| Paul Stirling | Ireland | 355 Runs (Last 10 ODIs) |
| Mark Adair | Ireland | 15 Wickets (Last 7 ODIs) |
| Ibrahim Zadran | Afghanistan | 462 Runs (Last 9 ODIs) |
| Rashid Khan | Afghanistan | 19 Wickets (Last 9 ODIs) |
IRE vs AFG Toss Prediction
Hosts Ireland are expected to win the toss and they are likely to bowl first. Bready usually offers movement for the fast bowlers early in the innings, making chasing the preferred option.
Record of Chasing Teams at Bready
Although only one men's ODI has been played at this venue, recent international matches suggest that chasing teams have enjoyed success.
| Chasing Record | Winning % |
|---|---|
| Good | 75% |
IRE vs AFG Playing 11 (Probable)
| Ireland Playing XI | Afghanistan Playing XI |
|---|---|
| Paul Stirling (C) | Rahmanullah Gurbaz (WK) |
| Andrew Balbirnie | Ibrahim Zadran |
| Harry Tector | Rahmat Shah (C) |
| Lorcan Tucker (WK) | Hashmatullah Shahidi |
| Ben Calitz | Darwish Rasooli |
| Curtis Campher | Azmatullah Omarzai |
| Mark Adair | Sadiqullah Atal |
| Gavin Hoey | Rashid Khan |
| Andrew McBrine | Allah Ghazanfar / Nangyal Kharote |
| Jai Moondra | Fazalhaq Farooqi |
| Liam McCarthy / Byron McDonough | Zia Ur Rahman |
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IRE vs AFG Top Run Scorers & Leading Wicket Takers
| Top Run Scorers | Ibrahim Zadran and Paul Stirling |
|---|---|
| Leading Wicket Takers | Rashid Khan and Mark Adair |
IRE vs AFG Captain & Vice-Captain Choices
| Captain | Azmatullah Omarzai and Ibrahim Zadran |
|---|---|
| Vice-Captain | Rahmanullah Gurbaz and Rashid Khan |
Top Picks for IRE vs AFG Dream11 Prediction
| Player | Team | Role |
|---|---|---|
| Harry Tector | Ireland | Batter |
| Azmatullah Omarzai | Afghanistan | All-rounder |
Budget Picks for IRE vs AFG Dream11 Prediction
| Player | Team | Role |
|---|---|---|
| Jai Moondra | Ireland | Bowler |
| Allah Ghazanfar | Afghanistan | Bowler |
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Best Team for Dream11 Today's Match
- Keepers: Rahmanullah Gurbaz (VC), Lorcan Tucker
- Batters: Paul Stirling, Ibrahim Zadran, Harry Tector, A Balbirnie
- All-rounders: Azmatullah Omarzai (C), Curtis Campher, Rahmat Shah, George Dockrell
- Bowler: Rashid Khan
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Best Dream11 Team Today
- Keepers: Rahmanullah Gurbaz, Lorcan Tucker
- Batters: Paul Stirling, Ibrahim Zadran (C)
- All-rounders: Azmatullah Omarzai, Curtis Campher, Rahmat Shah
- Bowlers: Rashid Khan (VC), Allah Ghazanfar, M Adair, J Moondra
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Note: Sportsdunia has prepared a fantasy team for the IRE vs AFG match based on their experience in fantasy cricket.
IRE vs AFG Dream11 Prediction Today (2nd ODI) Players to Avoid
Considering the recent performances, Ben Calitz and Sediqullah Atal may not contribute many fantasy points in this match and can be avoided in small leagues as per the IRE vs AFG Dream11 prediction today match.
| Player | Dream11 Credits |
|---|---|
| Ben Calitz | 7.0 Cr |
| Sediqullah Atal | 7.5 Cr |
IRE vs AFG Weather & Pitch Report at Bready
- The pitch at Bready, which has one of the most beautiful cricket stadiums in the world, is expected to provide a balanced contest between bat and ball. Fast bowlers are likely to get some movement with the new ball, while batters who settle in can score freely. The average first innings score is expected to be around 255 runs.
- The weather is expected to remain mostly cloudy, with the temperature around 19°C. There is a slight chance of rain, but a full match is expected.
| Temperature | 19°C |
|---|---|
| Weather Forecast | Mostly Cloudy |
| Pitch Behaviour | Balanced |
| Best Suited To | Pace Bowlers |
| Average 1st Innings Score | 255 Runs |
IRE vs AFG H2H Records
Afghanistan have dominated this ODI rivalry in recent years. The first ODI of the series was abandoned due to rain, and Afghanistan remain unbeaten against Ireland in their last completed ODI meetings.
| Team | Matches Won (Last 6 Completed ODIs) |
|---|---|
| Ireland (IRE) | 0 |
| Afghanistan (AFG) | 5 |
| No Result | 1 |
Disclaimer: This team is based on the analysis, calculated odds, and past experience of the author. While selecting your team, consider the analysis only as supporting data while making your own decision. Sportsdunia does not work with insider news and will not be responsible for any monetary loss to the users following the analysis.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who will win the 2nd ODI of the Afghanistan tour of Ireland 2026?
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Afghanistan are expected to win the 2nd ODI of the series against Ireland.
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