The 3rd ODI of the Afghanistan tour of Ireland 2026 will be played between Ireland and Afghanistan on August 10, 2026, in Belfast. Afghanistan head into this match with a 1-0 lead in the five-match ODI series after registering a dominant win in the second ODI. Ireland will now be under pressure to bounce back and keep the series alive in front of their home crowd.
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IRE vs AFG Dream11 Prediction: Dream11 Team Today, Fantasy Cricket Tips, Playing XI, Pitch Report, Injury Update - 3rd ODI, Afghanistan Tour of Ireland 2026

As per the IRE vs AFG Dream11 prediction today match, Afghanistan will be full of confidence after their comprehensive 92-run victory in the previous game. Ibrahim Zadran starred with 84 runs, while Rashid Khan produced a sensational spell of 6 wickets. For Ireland, Cade Carmichael impressed with 62 runs despite the defeat. Let's look at the match details for the IRE vs AFG Dream11 team prediction.
Ireland vs Afghanistan Match Details
| Tournament | Afghanistan Tour of Ireland 2026 |
|---|---|
| Match | Ireland vs Afghanistan, 3rd ODI |
| Toss | To Be Updated |
| Venue | Belfast |
| City | Belfast |
| Match Start Time | 3:15 PM IST, 10th August 2026 |
| Live Streaming | FanCode |
| Scorecard | IRE vs AFG Scorecard |
IRE vs AFG Dream11 Team Today Stats
| Player | Team | Recent Stats (Last Match) |
|---|---|---|
| Cade Carmichael | Ireland | 62 Runs |
| Mark Adair | Ireland | 2 Wickets |
| Ibrahim Zadran | Afghanistan | 84 Runs |
| Rashid Khan | Afghanistan | 6 Wickets |
IRE vs AFG Toss Prediction
The team winning the toss is likely to bowl first. Belfast is expected to offer some help to the fast bowlers early in the innings, making chasing the preferred option.
Record of Chasing Teams at Belfast
The conditions in Belfast generally favour teams chasing the target, especially when there is assistance for seam bowlers under cloudy conditions.
| Chasing Record | Winning % |
|---|---|
| Good | 55% |
IRE vs AFG Playing 11 (Probable)
| Ireland Playing XI | Afghanistan Playing XI |
|---|---|
| Paul Stirling (C) | Ibrahim Zadran |
| Andrew Balbirnie | Rahmanullah Gurbaz (WK) |
| Cade Carmichael | Sediqullah Atal |
| Harry Tector | Hashmatullah Shahidi |
| Curtis Campher | Rahmat Shah (C) |
| Lorcan Tucker (WK) | Darwish Rasooli |
| Benjamin Calitz | Azmatullah Omarzai |
| Mark Adair | Rashid Khan |
| Gavin Hoey | AM Ghazanfar |
| Jai Moondra | Mohammad Saleem Safi |
| Byron McDonough | Fazalhaq Farooqi |
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IRE vs AFG Top Run Scorers & Leading Wicket Takers
| Top Run Scorers | Ibrahim Zadran and Cade Carmichael |
|---|---|
| Leading Wicket Takers | Rashid Khan and Mark Adair |
IRE vs AFG Captain & Vice-Captain Choices
| Captain | Rashid Khan and Ibrahim Zadran |
|---|---|
| Vice-Captain | Azmatullah Omarzai and Cade Carmichael |
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 |
| AM Ghazanfar | Afghanistan | Bowler |
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Best Team for Dream11 Today's Match
- Keeper: Rahmanullah Gurbaz
- Batters: Ibrahim Zadran, A Balbirnie, Cade Carmichael, S Atal
- All-rounders: Azmatullah Omarzai(VC), Curtis Campher, Rahmat Shah
- Bowlers: Rashid Khan (C), Mark Adair, Jai Moondra
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Best Dream11 Team Today
- Keeper: Rahmanullah Gurbaz, L Tucker
- Batters: Ibrahim Zadran(C), A Balbirnie, Cade Carmichael(VC), H Tector
- All-rounders: Azmatullah Omarzai, Curtis Campher
- Bowlers: Rashid Khan, Mark Adair, Jai 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 (3rd ODI) Afghanistan Tour of Ireland 2026 Players to Avoid
Considering the recent performances, Benjamin Calitz and Darwish Rasooli may not contribute many fantasy points in this match and can be avoided in small leagues.
| Player | Dream11 Credits |
|---|---|
| Benjamin Calitz | 8.0 Cr |
| Darwish Rasooli | 7.0 Cr |
IRE vs AFG Weather & Pitch Report at Belfast
- The pitch in Belfast is expected to provide a balanced contest between bat and ball. Fast bowlers are likely to enjoy the conditions with the new ball, while batters who spend some time at the crease can score freely. The average first innings score is expected to be around 250-255 runs.
- The weather is expected to remain mostly cloudy, with the temperature around 18°C. There is a slight chance of rain, but a full match is expected.
| Temperature | 18°C |
|---|---|
| Weather Forecast | Mostly Cloudy |
| Pitch Behaviour | Balanced |
| Best Suited To | Pace Bowlers |
| Average 1st Innings Score | 255 Runs |
IRE vs AFG H2H Records
In the last six completed ODIs, Afghanistan have the upper hand over Ireland, winning three matches, while Ireland have yet to register a victory. Two matches ended without a result, highlighting Afghanistan’s recent dominance in the fixture.
| Team | Matches Won |
|---|---|
| Ireland (IRE) | 1 |
| Afghanistan (AFG) | 3 |
| No Result | 2 |
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 3rd ODI of the Afghanistan tour of Ireland 2026?
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Afghanistan are expected to win the 3rd ODI of the series against Ireland.
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