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Ireland vs Afghanistan, IRE vs AFG 2026, Today Match Prediction
IRE vs AFG Win Probability
Toss Winner - Ireland won the toss and choose to bowl first
Afghanistan beat Ireland by 42 runs
Can Afghanistan seal series victory over Ireland?
- Rahmanullah Gurbaz is the top scorer of the series with 103 runs.
- Ireland's Gavin Hoey bagged a 4-fer in the last match at the venue.
- Rashid Khan has taken 9 wickets in this series.
Afghanistan to Win
| Tournament: | Afghanistan tour of Ireland, 2026 |
| Format: | odi |
| Venue: | Civil Service Cricket Club, Ireland, Ireland |
| Toss Prediction: | To Bowl |
| Weather: | 19.0°C|Sunny |
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IRE vs AFG Live Prediction
IRE vs AFG Match Prediction & Analysis
The most crucial match of the Afghanistan tour of Ireland five-match ODI series is here. The 4th match of the series is a potential series decider with Afghanistan needing a win while Ireland must win to stay alive for at most a draw they can pull-off.
The 4th ODI will be played at the Civil Service Cricket Club Ground in Belfast on August 12.
The Rahmat Shah led side is leading the series scoreline with 2-0 after three games as the first game was washed away. There are still two more games to be played and if the hosts Ireland could win those games, they could still draw the series 2-2.
Overall, Afghanistan have delivered superior performances with bat and ball in the series. With those wins, Afghanistan have also further extended their head-to-head record to 20 wins to Ireland's 13 wins.
RECENT PERFORMANCE
IRE
L
L
W
L
W
IRE
206/10 in 46.3 4.43
IRE vs AFG 2026
Afghanistan beat Ireland by 3 wickets207/7 in 44.5 4.62
207/10 in 33.4 6.15
IRE vs AFG 2026
Afghanistan beat Ireland by 92 runs (D/L) method299/8 in 47.0 6.36
AFG
W
W
L
L
L
AFG
206/10 in 46.3 4.43
IRE vs AFG 2026
Afghanistan beat Ireland by 3 wickets207/7 in 44.5 4.62
207/10 in 33.4 6.15
IRE vs AFG 2026
Afghanistan beat Ireland by 92 runs (D/L) method299/8 in 47.0 6.36
195/3 in 22.5 8.54
IND vs AFG 2026
India beat Afghanistan by 7 wickets (D/L) method194/10 in 24.5 7.81
HEAD TO HEAD
Last 6 Matches
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207/10 in 33.4
IRE vs AFG 2026
Afghanistan beat Ireland by 92 runs (D/L) method299/8 in 47.0
TEAMS PREVIEW
Ireland Preview
Ireland trail 0-2 in the five-match ODI series against Afghanistan after consecutive defeats in the second and third matches. The opening game was abandoned due to rain, and the hosts will look to register their first win when the sides meet again at the Civil Service Cricket Club in Belfast on 12 August.
In the second ODI, Ireland were bowled out for 207 while chasing 300. Cade Carmichael top-scored with 62 runs, supported by Andrew Balbirnie’s 36.
In the third match they managed 206, with Gavin Hoey contributing a valuable 36 and Carmichael adding 32 runs. Across the two games, Carmichael has been their leading batter with 94 runs, while Balbirnie and Hoey have provided useful contributions.
With the ball, Mark Adair has taken four wickets (2/40 and 2/36), while Gavin Hoey produced an impressive spell of 4 for 34 in the third ODI. Jai Moondra also claimed two wickets in the second match but was wicketless in the third.
The bowling attack has shown fight but has struggled to contain Afghanistan’s run flow. The Afghans' experience prevailed at the end.
Captain Paul Stirling and the batting unit have produced promising starts but have found it difficult to convert them into match-winning totals. Ireland possess experience and useful all-round options. Greater consistency with the bat and a clearer plan to counter Rashid Khan will be essential if they are to force their way back into the series.
Ireland Predicted Playing XI:
Andrew Balbirnie, Paul Stirling (C), Caden Carmichael, Harry Tector, Lorcan Tucker (WK), Curtis Campher, Benjamin Calitz, Mark Adair, Gavin Hoey, Jai Moondra, Byron McDonough.
Ireland Key Players From Previous Game Of Afghanistan tour of Ireland, 2026
Ireland Actual Playing XI:
Andrew Balbirnie, Benjamin Calitz, Cade Carmichael, Harry Tector, Paul Stirling, Curtis Campher, Lorcan Tucker, Mark Adair, Gavin Hoey, Liam Mccarthy, Byron McDonough
Afghanistan Preview
Afghanistan hold a commanding 2-0 lead in the five-match ODI series against Ireland after comprehensive victories in the second and third matches. The opening game was abandoned, and the visitors will look to seal the series in this 4th clash.
In the second ODI they posted 299 for 8, led by Ibrahim Zadran’s 84 and supported by Sediqullah Atal (45) and Hashmatullah Shahidi (36 not out), registering a 92 runs victory. In the third match Rahmanullah Gurbaz scored a crucial 71 as they successfully chased 207 and won by 3 wickets.
Across the two games Gurbaz has been their leading run-scorer with 103 runs, followed by Zadran (96) and Sediqullah Atal (72). Rashid Khan also contributed a vital unbeaten 37 in the third ODI.
With the ball, Rashid Khan has been outstanding, taking nine wickets in two matches (6/34 and 3/44) and earning Player of the Match awards in both games.
AM Ghazanfar claimed three wickets in the third ODI, while Azmatullah Omarzai took 2 scalps in the second game. The bowling unit has been disciplined and clinical.
Led by Rahmat Shah, Afghanistan look confident and well balanced. Their strong top-order batting and world-class spin options, headed by Rashid Khan, make them clear favourites to extend their dominance in the series.
Afghanistan Predicted Playing XI:
Rahmanullah Gurbaz (WK), Ibrahim Zadran, Sediqullah Atal, Rahmat Shah (C), Hashmatullah Shahidi, Azmatullah Omarzai, Darwish Rasooli, Rashid Khan, Yamin Ahmadzai, Allah Ghazanfar, Fazalhaq Farooqi.
Afghanistan Key Players From Previous Game Of Afghanistan tour of Ireland, 2026
Afghanistan Actual Playing XI:
Rahmat Shah, Hashmatullah Shahidi, Darwish Rasooli, Azmatullah Omarzai, Allah Ghazanfar, Yamin Ahmadzai, Zia ur Rehman Sharifi, Rashid Khan, Ibrahim Zadran, Rahmanullah Gurbaz, Sediqullah Atal
PITCH AND WEATHER CONDITIONS
Weather Conditions
The weather suggests it might be cloudy skies with some brighter intervals or sunny spells are expected. Temperatures will reach a high of around 23–24°C and low near 12–15°C. Light to moderate southerly winds likely at 8-10 kmph. With 10-20% probability of precipitation, there is a very slim chance of rain.
IRE vs AFG Pitch Report
The pitch is a typical Irish surface that usually assists seamers early with swing and seam movement (especially under cloud cover or with grass/moisture). Bounce is generally true and consistent. Once the new ball softens, the track becomes more batting-friendly, allowing batters to score freely.
Toss: To Bowl
The captain who wins the toss, would want to bowl first. In the last game, the surface was helpful to the bowlers in the first innings and Afghanistan bowlers took advantage of that.
IRE vs AFG
Winning Prediction
Afghanistan are strong favourites to seal the series. Leading 2-0, they have dominated with bat and ball, highlighted by Rashid Khan’s nine wickets (including 6/34) and solid contributions from Rahmanullah Gurbaz (103 runs) and Ibrahim Zadran. Ireland have shown fight through Cade Carmichael and Mark Adair but lack the consistency to overturn the visitors’ clear superiority.
Afghanistan to Win
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