Ireland vs Afghanistan Dream11 Prediction & Fantasy Tips — AFG in IRE 2026 Match 5
Ireland take on Afghanistan in AFG in IRE 2026 at Civil Service Cricket Club, Stormont on August 15, 2026, with play starting at 3:15 PM IST. IRE arrive with 0 wins from their last 4, AFG with 3 from 5. AFG hold the edge in their recent meetings, 3–0. Rashid Khan is the form pick of the two squads with 50 runs and 12 wickets in 3 matches. 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 302/4 (48.5/50 ov, target 299) and then bowled out IRE to win. AFG won by 6 wickets. Rahmat Shah was the standout batter, scoring 143 off 133 balls. Liam McCarthy led the bowling attack with 3/47. Rahmat Shah was named Player of the Match.
IRE have played 2 matches here in AFG in IRE 2026, averaging 254 and winning 0 of 2 with a best of 301. AFG have played 2 matches here in AFG in IRE 2026, averaging 275 and winning 2 of 2 with a best of 343.
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 4 ODI outings — a response is due.
Afghanistan are in strong recent ODI form (3W in their last 5) — confidence will be high.
Key Players to Watch
19 runs and 6 wickets in 3 matches in AFG in IRE 2026 makes Mark Adair one of IRE's most reliable fantasy assets, averaging 102.7 fantasy points a game and with a best of 108.
Gavin Hoey brings 37 runs and 7 wickets in 3 matches to this fixture for IRE, averaging 83.7 fantasy points a game and with a best of 182.
Andy Balbirnie has 152 runs in 3 matches for IRE in AFG in IRE 2026, averaging 80.7 fantasy points a game and with a best of 158.
111 runs and 1 wicket in 3 matches in AFG in IRE 2026 makes Curtis Campher one of IRE's most reliable fantasy assets, averaging 68.3 fantasy points a game and with a best of 141.
Rashid Khan brings 50 runs and 12 wickets in 3 matches to this fixture for AFG, averaging 164.3 fantasy points a game and with a best of 196.
Sediqullah Atal has 215 runs in 3 matches for AFG in AFG in IRE 2026, averaging 109.3 fantasy points a game and with a best of 212.
203 runs in 3 matches in AFG in IRE 2026 makes Ibrahim Zadran one of AFG's most reliable fantasy assets, averaging 92 fantasy points a game and with a best of 154.
Azmatullah Omarzai brings 61 runs and 5 wickets in 3 matches to this fixture for AFG, averaging 80 fantasy points a game and with a best of 114.
Fantasy Cricket Picks
50 runs and 12 wickets in 3 matches for AFG in AFG in IRE 2026 at 164.3 points a game — a high-floor pick. A reliable 2× multiplier choice.
19 runs and 6 wickets in 3 matches for IRE in AFG in IRE 2026 at 102.7 points a game — a high-floor pick. Strong 1.5× value.
Must Picks
19 runs and 6 wickets in 3 matches for IRE in AFG in IRE 2026 at 102.7 points a game — a high-floor pick.
37 runs and 7 wickets in 3 matches for IRE in AFG in IRE 2026 at 83.7 points a game — a high-floor pick.
50 runs and 12 wickets in 3 matches for AFG in AFG in IRE 2026 at 164.3 points a game — a high-floor pick.
215 runs in 3 matches for AFG in AFG in IRE 2026 at 109.3 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 158 fantasy points against a 80.7-point average — a boom-or-bust profile most teams will skip.
In AFG in IRE 2026, Ibrahim Zadran has already posted a single-match best of 154 fantasy points against a 92-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 (3–0), 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 5th meeting in AFG in IRE 2026.
The highest individual score at Civil Service Cricket Club, Stormont in AFG in IRE 2026 is Sediqullah Atal's 143 off 120 balls.
The best bowling figures at Civil Service Cricket Club, Stormont in AFG in IRE 2026 are Gavin Hoey's 4/34.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who will win Ireland vs Afghanistan?
Afghanistan have the better recent record in this fixture (3–0), 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 Mark Adair as vice-captain. 50 runs and 12 wickets in 3 matches for AFG in AFG in IRE 2026 at 164.3 points a game — a high-floor pick. A reliable 2× multiplier choice.
What is the pitch report for Civil Service Cricket Club, Stormont?
IRE have played 2 matches here in AFG in IRE 2026, averaging 254 and winning 0 of 2 with a best of 301. AFG have played 2 matches here in AFG in IRE 2026, averaging 275 and winning 2 of 2 with a best of 343.
When is Ireland vs Afghanistan?
Ireland vs Afghanistan is scheduled for August 15, 2026 at 3:15 PM IST, Civil Service Cricket Club, Stormont.
What is the head-to-head record between Ireland and Afghanistan?
AFG lead 3–0 across their last 4 meetings.
How have Ireland and Afghanistan been performing recently?
Ireland are still looking for a win in their last 4 ODI outings — a response is due. Afghanistan are in strong recent ODI form (3W in their last 5) — confidence will be high.
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 158 fantasy points against a 80.7-point average — a boom-or-bust profile most teams will skip.
Are there any notable stats for Ireland vs Afghanistan?
This is their 5th meeting in AFG in IRE 2026. The highest individual score at Civil Service Cricket Club, Stormont in AFG in IRE 2026 is Sediqullah Atal's 143 off 120 balls. The best bowling figures at Civil Service Cricket Club, Stormont in AFG in IRE 2026 are Gavin Hoey's 4/34.
What's a good fantasy XI for Ireland vs Afghanistan?
A balanced XI built from both squads: Lorcan Tucker, Sediqullah Atal, Ibrahim Zadran, Gavin Hoey, Azmatullah Omarzai, Curtis Campher, Rashid Khan, Mark Adair, Yamin Ahmadzai, Andy Balbirnie, Rahmanullah Gurbaz. Adjust based on the confirmed playing XI closer to the toss.
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