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IRE vs SA 2nd T20I: All you need to know, playing XI, head to head
South Africa and Ireland will face off in the second and final T20I match of their series on Sunday at Sheikh Zayed Stadium, Abu Dhabi. with South Africa holding a 1-0 lead after a dominating show in the first game, the second T20I appears to be a thrilling contest as both teams aim for victory, albeit with different targets.
South Africa enter the match with momentum after their convincing win in the first T20I. The Proteas came out with a balanced approach to down Ireland. Key players like Ryan Rickelton and Reeza Hendricks were instrumental in helping the side chase the total, while the bowling attack, led by Patrick Kruger, stifled Ireland batters effectively.
To secure the series, South Africa will aim to build on their strengths and hope to replicate their form from the first match. On the other hand, Ireland face the challenge of bouncing back after their defeat. Ireland team will be eager to level the series and restore pride.
Head-to-Head
Matches: 6
Ireland Won: 0
South Africa Won: 6
Ireland probable XI: Paul Stirling (c), Ross Adair, Harry Tector, Curtis Campher, Neil Rock (wk), George Dockrell, Mark Adair, Fionn Hand, Matthew Humphreys, Craig Young, Benjamin White
South Africa probable XI: Ryan Rickelton (wk), Reeza Hendricks, Matthew Breetzke, Aiden Markram (c), Tristan Stubbs, Wiaan Mulder, Patrick Kruger, Bjorn Fortuin, Nqaba Peter, Lizaad Williams, Ottneil Baartman
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