At Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai, Ireland will take on United Arab Emirates in the second T20I match on 31st January at 11:30 AM IST amid rising excitement.
Get the best UAE vs IRE Dream11 prediction, fantasy cricket tips, probable playing XI, and match insights for the 2nd T20I of the Ireland Tour of United Arab Emirates 2026. Expert analysis and more.
UAE vs IRE Match Preview:
Ireland lead the two-match T20I series 1-0 after a strong win in the first game. In the opening match, Ireland scored a competitive total of 178/6 in their 20 overs with contributions from Ross Adair (39) and Lorcan Tucker (38), and key knocks from Benjamin Calitz (26*) and George Dockrell (22*). Meanwhile, Gareth Delany and George Dockrell provided important breakthroughs with the ball.
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As a result, the UAE struggled in their run chase and were dismissed for 121, with Muhammad Waseem top-scoring with 40 and Aryansh Sharma adding 23. Ireland’s bowlers Junaid Siddique and Haider Ali both claimed two wickets, helping secure a 57-run victory.
Therefore, Ireland have a strong chance to wrap up the series by winning the second T20I, as they build confidence from their all-round performance. Conversely, UAE will look to bounce back in the next game by improving their batting and taking early wickets to stay alive in the series.
UAE vs IRE Head-to-Head Record:
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Teams |
Matches Won |
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United Arab Emirates |
7 |
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Ireland |
8 |
UAE vs IRE Weather & Pitch Report:
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Temperature |
24°C |
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Weather Forecast |
Clear Sky |
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Pitch Behaviour |
Batting-friendly |
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Best Suited To |
Pace |
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Average 1st innings score |
174 |
Record of chasing teams:
UAE vs IRE Playing 11s (Predicted):
United Arab Emirates Playing 11:
1) Muhammad Waseem ©
2) Aryansh Sharma (wk)
3) Sohaib Khan
4) Alishan Sharafu
5) Rahul Chopra
6) Harshit Kaushik
7) Basil Hameed
8) Muhammad Arfan
9) Haider Ali
10) Junaid Siddique
11) Muhammad Jawadullah
Ireland Playing 11:
1) Paul Stirling ©
2) Ross Adair
3) Harry Tector
4) Lorcan Tucker (wk)
5) Curtis Campher
6) Benjamin Calitz
7) Gareth Delany
8) George Dockrell
9) Mark Adair
10) Barry McCarthy
11) Matthew Humphreys
Hot Picks for UAE vs IRE Dream11 Prediction and Fantasy Cricket Tips:
Captaincy Picks:
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Paul Stirling – A right-handed explosive batter for Ireland, he added 8 runs in the previous game while continuing to provide aggressive intent at the top. |
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George Dockrell – Representing Ireland as a right-handed batter and left-arm orthodox spinner, he contributed a brisk 22 runs in the last match, adding useful value with the bat. |
Top Picks:
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Alishan Sharafu – Operating in the middle order for the United Arab Emirates as a right-handed batter, he contributed 16 runs in the previous match with composed shot selection. |
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Muhammad Waseem – Leading the United Arab Emirates with confidence, he played a positive innings in the last game, scoring 40 runs while setting the tone at the top. |
Budget Picks:
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Basil Hameed – Representing the United Arab Emirates as a right-handed batter 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 – Featuring for Ireland as a right-arm medium pacer, he contributes reliable seam movement, disciplined lines, and consistent wicket-taking threat across spells. |
UAE vs IRE Ireland Tour of United Arab Emirates 2026 Captain and Vice-captain Choices:
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Captain |
Paul Stirling & George Dockrell |
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Vice-Captain |
Waseem Muhammad & Alishan Sharafu |
UAE vs IRE Dream11 Prediction Team 1:
- Keeper – Aryansh Sharma
- Batters – Paul Stirling ©, Harry Tector, Alishan Sharafu, Waseem Muhammad (vc)
- All-rounders – George Dockrell, Curtis Campher, Harshit Kaushik
- Bowlers – Craig Young, Mark Adair, Junaid Siddique
UAE vs IRE Dream11 Prediction Team 2:
- Keeper – Aryansh Sharma
- Batters – Paul Stirling, Harry Tector, Alishan Sharafu (vc), Waseem Muhammad
- All-rounders – George Dockrell ©, Curtis Campher, Basil Hameed
- Bowlers – Mark Adair, Barry McCarthy, Junaid Siddique
UAE vs IRE Dream11 Prediction Today 2nd T20I Ireland Tour of United Arab Emirates 2026 Players to Avoid:
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Players |
Dream11 Credits |
Dream11 Points (Last match) |
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Tim Tector |
7.0 credits |
NA |
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Muhammad Zohaib |
7.5 credits |
NA |
UAE vs IRE Dream11 Prediction Today 2nd T20I Ireland Tour of United Arab Emirates 2026 Expert Advice:
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SL Captaincy Choice |
Paul Stirling |
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GL Captaincy Choice |
George Dockrell |
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Punt Picks |
Barry McCarthy and Basil Hamed |
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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.
