Ireland will take on UAE in the second T20I on December 31 at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai.scheduled tribe Amid growing excitement, January 11:30 am IST.
Get the best UAE vs IRE Dream11 prediction, fantasy cricket tips, probable playing XI and match insights for the 2nd T20I of Ireland tour of UAE 2026. Expert analysis and more.
UAE vs IRE Match Preview:
Ireland leads the two-match T20 series 1-0 after an emphatic win in the first game. In the opening match, Ireland posted a competitive total of 178/6 from their 20 overs with contributions from Ross Adair (39) and Lorcan Tucker (38) and important innings from Benjamin Calitz (26*) and George Dockrell (22*). Meanwhile, Gareth Delaney and George Dockrell made important breakthroughs with the ball.
As a result, UAE struggled in their run chase and were bowled out for 121, with Muhammad Wasim scoring 40 and Aryansh Sharma adding 23 runs. Ireland bowlers Junaid Siddiqui and Haider Ali both took two wickets each, leading to a 57-run victory.
Therefore, Ireland have a strong chance of finishing the series by winning the second T20I as they take confidence from their all-round performance. On the contrary, 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:
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teams |
win the match |
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united arab emirates |
7 |
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ireland |
8 |
UAE vs IRE Weather and Pitch Report:
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temperature |
24°C |
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weather forecast |
clear sky |
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pitch behavior |
batting friendly |
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Best suited for |
motion |
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Average score of first innings |
174 |
Records of chasing teams:
UAE vs IRE Playing 11 (Expected):
UAE playing 11:
1) Muhammad Wasim ©
2) Aryansh Sharma (Wicketkeeper)
3) Soheb Khan
4) Alishan Sharafu
5)Rahul Chopra
6) Harshit Kaushik
7) Basil Hameed
8) Muhammad Arfan
9) Haider Ali
10) Junaid Siddiqui
11) Muhammad Jawadullah
ireland playing 11: :
1) Paul Sterling ©
2) Ross Adair
3) Harry Tector
4) Lorcan Tucker (Wicketkeeper)
5)Curtis Campher
6) Benjamin Calitz
7) Gareth Delaney
8) George Dockrell
9) Mark Adair
10) Barry McCarthy
11) Matthew Humphries
UAE vs IRE Dream11 Hot Picks for Prediction and Fantasy Cricket Tips:
Captaincy Choice:
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Paul Stirling – An explosive right-handed batsman for Ireland, he continued his attacking intent at the top and added 8 runs in the last game. |
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George Dockrell – Representing Ireland as a right-handed batsman and left-arm orthodox spinner, he contributed a brisk 22 runs while adding useful value with the bat in the last match. |
Raises up:
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Alishan Sharafu – Operating in the middle order as a right-handed batsman for UAE, he contributed 16 runs with restrained shot selection in the last match. |
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Muhammad Wasim – Leading UAE with confidence, he played a positive innings in the last game, scoring 40 while setting the tone at the top. |
Budget Selection:
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Basil Hameed – Representing the UAE as a right-handed batsman and right-arm off-break bowler, he adds valuable all-round depth through controlled batting and disciplined spin support. |
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Barry McCarthy – Playing for Ireland as a right-arm medium pacer, he offers reliable seam movement, a disciplined line and a consistent wicket-taking threat across all spells. |
UAE vs IRE Ireland tour of UAE 2026 Captain and Vice-Captain Choices:
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captain |
Paul Sterling and George Dockrell |
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vice captain |
Wasim Muhammad and Alishan Sharafu |
UAE vs IRE Dream11 Prediction Team 1:
- Keeper- Aryansh Sharma
- Batsmen – Paul Stirling©, Harry Tector, Alishan Sharafu, Wasim Muhammad (Vice Captain)
- Allrounders – George Dockrell, Curtis Campher, Harshit Kaushik
- Bowlers- Craig Young, Mark Adair, Junaid Siddiqui
UAE vs IRE Dream11 Prediction Team 2:
- Keeper- Aryansh Sharma
- Batsmen – Paul Stirling, Harry Tector, Alishan Sharafu (Vice Captain), Wasim Muhammad
- All-rounders – George Dockrell©, Curtis Campher, Basil Hameed
- Bowlers – Mark Adair, Barry McCarthy, Junaid Siddiqui
UAE vs IRE Dream11 Prediction Today 2nd T20I Ireland tour of UAE 2026 Players to avoid:
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player |
dream11 credit |
Dream11 Points (Last Match) |
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tim tector |
7.0 credit |
No |
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Muhammad Zohaib |
7.5 credits |
No |
UAE vs IRE Dream11 Prediction Today 2nd T20I Ireland tour of UAE 2026 Expert Advice:
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sl captaincy option |
paul sterling |
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gl captaincy option |
George Dockrell |
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choice of punt |
Barry McCarthy and Basil Hammed |
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dream11 combination |
1-4-3-3 |
UAE vs IRE Match Winner Prediction:
Considering the recent performance, Ireland is expected to win this match.
