In today's thrilling ODI encounter, Ireland faces off against South Africa, and Reddy Anna Match Prediction is here to provide insights on what to expect!
Match Overview
Tournament: Ireland vs South Africa in UAE, One Day Series, 2024
Format: ODI
Venue: Zayed Cricket Stadium, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Toss Prediction: To Bat
IRE vs RSA Match Prediction & Analysis
After a competitive T20I series that ended in a draw, South Africa comes into the third ODI with confidence, having already clinched the series with two commanding victories. The match is set to take place at Sheikh Zayed Stadium, Abu Dhabi, on 7th October at 5 PM.
South Africa started the series with a commanding 139-run victory, followed by an even more ruthless 174-run win in the second match. Tristan Stubbs has been in stellar form, racking up 191 runs in the series, including a brilliant unbeaten century in the last game. On the bowling front, Lizaad Williams has been exceptional, taking 7 wickets across the first two ODIs. Historically, South Africa has won three of the last four ODIs against Ireland, setting the stage for another anticipated clash.
Team Previews
Ireland PreviewIreland has had a challenging series, losing all ODIs played in 2024 so far. Skipper Paul Stirling aims to finish on a high note and will open the innings alongside Andrew Balbirnie. Stirling has been consistent, scoring 535 runs in 20 innings since last year. Balbirnie will need to step up, having managed only 485 runs in eighteen innings.
Curtis Campher, who scored 20 and 17 in the first two matches, will come in at number three. Harry Tector is the player to watch; he is the leading run-scorer since 2023 with 884 runs at an impressive average of 49.11. The bowling attack will be spearheaded by Mark Adair, who has 36 wickets in 24 matches since 2023.
Ireland Predicted Playing XI:
Andrew Balbirnie
Paul Stirling (c)
Curtis Campher
Harry Tector
Stephen Doheny (wk)
Mark Adair
Andy McBrine
Gavin Hoey
Graham Hume
Craig Young
South Africa PreviewWith captain Temba Bavuma’s availability uncertain, Rassie van der Dussen may take the lead. The opening partnership will consist of Ryan Rickelton and Jason Smith, with Rickelton already scoring 131 runs in the series. Rassie van der Dussen, who has 870 runs in 26 matches over the last year, will bat at number three.
Tristan Stubbs, with 191 runs in this series, will be a crucial player for South Africa, alongside Kyle Verreynne and Wiaan Mulder. The bowling unit, led by Lungi Ngidi and Lizaad Williams, looks formidable, with Williams claiming 7 wickets in the series.
South Africa Predicted Playing XI:
Ryan Rickelton (wk)
Jason Smith
Rassie van der Dussen
Kyle Verreynne
Wiaan Mulder
Andile Phehlukwayo
Bjorn Fortuin
Lizaad Williams
Lungi Ngidi
Ottneil Baartman
Weather Conditions
Expect hot and humid weather with temperatures ranging from 29°C to 37°C, ensuring ideal playing conditions.
IRE vs RSA Pitch Report
The pitch at Sheikh Zayed Stadium is renowned for being batting-friendly, often aiding pace and bounce. The average first innings score is around 251 runs, with teams opting to bat first benefiting significantly.
Toss Prediction
Historically, teams batting first at this venue have been successful in defending their totals, with a winning rate of 35 out of 53 ODIs. The team winning the toss will likely choose to bat first.
Winning Prediction
Given South Africa's dominance in this series and their previous performances, the chances of an extraordinary win for Ireland are slim. With Stubbs in excellent form and Williams excelling with the ball, South Africa is well-positioned to secure a convincing victory once again.
Reddy Anna predicts that South Africa will defeat Ireland.
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