Ireland vs Afghanistan Dream11 Team Prediction, Playing XI & Preview — AFG in IRE 2026 Match 3
Ireland take on Afghanistan in AFG in IRE 2026 at Civil Service Cricket Club, Stormont on August 10, 2026, with play starting at 3:15 PM IST. IRE arrive with 0 wins from their last 2, AFG with 1 from 5. AFG hold the edge in their recent meetings, 1–0. Rashid Khan is the form pick of the two squads with 2 runs and 6 wickets in 1 match. Below: the full suggested fantasy XI, captain and vice-captain picks, pitch report, head-to-head record and recent form for both sides.
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AFG posted 207/7 (44.5/50 ov, target 207) and then bowled out IRE to win. AFG won. Rahmanullah Gurbaz was the standout batter, scoring 71 off 77 balls. Gavin Hoey led the bowling attack with 4/34. Rashid Khan was named Player of the Match.
Civil Service Cricket Club, Stormont has no completed matches on record for AFG in IRE 2026 yet, so there is no reliable par score to quote. Treat the pitch report at the toss as your main signal and keep a balanced XI.
Tip: Always check the official playing XI announced on match day before finalising your fantasy team — last-minute changes happen.
Team Assessment
Ireland are still looking for a win in their last 2 ODI outings — a response is due.
Afghanistan have been inconsistent lately (1W in their last 5) — which version turns up is the question.
Key Players to Watch
Cade Carmichael has 62 runs in 1 match for IRE in AFG in IRE 2026, averaging 111 fantasy points a game and with a best of 111.
3 runs and 2 wickets in 1 match in AFG in IRE 2026 makes Mark Adair one of IRE's most reliable fantasy assets, averaging 97 fantasy points a game and with a best of 97.
Andy Balbirnie brings 36 runs in 1 match to this fixture for IRE, averaging 62 fantasy points a game and with a best of 62.
Lorcan Tucker has 23 runs in 1 match for IRE in AFG in IRE 2026, averaging 50 fantasy points a game and with a best of 50.
2 runs and 6 wickets in 1 match in AFG in IRE 2026 makes Rashid Khan one of AFG's most reliable fantasy assets, averaging 196 fantasy points a game and with a best of 196.
Ibrahim Zadran brings 84 runs in 1 match to this fixture for AFG, averaging 115 fantasy points a game and with a best of 115.
Azmatullah Omarzai has 33 runs and 2 wickets in 1 match for AFG in AFG in IRE 2026, averaging 114 fantasy points a game and with a best of 114.
45 runs in 1 match in AFG in IRE 2026 makes Sediqullah Atal one of AFG's most reliable fantasy assets, averaging 70 fantasy points a game and with a best of 70.
Fantasy Cricket Picks
2 runs and 6 wickets in 1 match for AFG in AFG in IRE 2026 at 196 points a game — a high-floor pick. A reliable 2× multiplier choice.
62 runs in 1 match for IRE in AFG in IRE 2026 at 111 points a game — a high-floor pick. Strong 1.5× value.
Must Picks
62 runs in 1 match for IRE in AFG in IRE 2026 at 111 points a game — a high-floor pick.
3 runs and 2 wickets in 1 match for IRE in AFG in IRE 2026 at 97 points a game — a high-floor pick.
2 runs and 6 wickets in 1 match for AFG in AFG in IRE 2026 at 196 points a game — a high-floor pick.
84 runs in 1 match for AFG in AFG in IRE 2026 at 115 points a game — a high-floor pick.
Differential Picks (Grand League)
In AFG in IRE 2026, Andy Balbirnie has already posted a single-match best of 62 fantasy points against a 62-point average — a boom-or-bust profile most teams will skip.
In AFG in IRE 2026, Azmatullah Omarzai has already posted a single-match best of 114 fantasy points against a 114-point average — a boom-or-bust profile most teams will skip.
Suggested Fantasy XI
Match Prediction
Afghanistan have the better recent record in this fixture (1–0), but Ireland will fancy their chances of turning it around.
A 6-5 split with Rashid Khan takes the armband. Andy Balbirnie is the one genuine differential here — low ownership, real ceiling — so if you are chasing rank rather than protecting one, that is the slot to be brave in.
Match Trivia
This is their 3rd meeting in AFG in IRE 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who will win Ireland vs Afghanistan?
Afghanistan have the better recent record in this fixture (1–0), but Ireland will fancy their chances of turning it around.
Who should be captain for Ireland vs Afghanistan in fantasy cricket?
Rashid Khan is the top captain pick, with Cade Carmichael as vice-captain. 2 runs and 6 wickets in 1 match for AFG in AFG in IRE 2026 at 196 points a game — a high-floor pick. A reliable 2× multiplier choice.
What is the pitch report for Civil Service Cricket Club, Stormont?
Civil Service Cricket Club, Stormont has no completed matches on record for AFG in IRE 2026 yet, so there is no reliable par score to quote. Treat the pitch report at the toss as your main signal and keep a balanced XI.
When is Ireland vs Afghanistan?
Ireland vs Afghanistan is scheduled for August 10, 2026 at 3:15 PM IST, Civil Service Cricket Club, Stormont.
What is the head-to-head record between Ireland and Afghanistan?
AFG lead 1–0 across their last 2 meetings.
How have Ireland and Afghanistan been performing recently?
Ireland are still looking for a win in their last 2 ODI outings — a response is due. Afghanistan have been inconsistent lately (1W in their last 5) — which version turns up is the question.
Who is a good differential pick for Ireland vs Afghanistan?
Andy Balbirnie (IRE) — In AFG in IRE 2026, Andy Balbirnie has already posted a single-match best of 62 fantasy points against a 62-point average — a boom-or-bust profile most teams will skip.
Are there any notable stats for Ireland vs Afghanistan?
This is their 3rd meeting in AFG in IRE 2026.
What's a good fantasy XI for Ireland vs Afghanistan?
A balanced XI built from both squads: Lorcan Tucker, Ibrahim Zadran, Cade Carmichael, Sediqullah Atal, Azmatullah Omarzai, Curtis Campher, Rashid Khan, Mark Adair, Fazalhaq Farooqi, Rahmanullah Gurbaz, Andy Balbirnie. Adjust based on the confirmed playing XI closer to the toss.
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