IRE vs PAK: 2nd T20I Dream11 Predictions, Fantasy Tips, Teams, Pitch Report & Top Picks

IRE vs PAK, T20I Series: Dream11 predictions for 2nd T20I [X]

Pakistan and Ireland are going to face off against one another in the second T20I of the three-match series at the Clontarf Cricket Club Ground, Dublin. After a horrific loss in the hands of the home side, the Pakistani unit will look to bounce back to keep the series alive. The match is slated to begin on May 12 at 7:30 PM IST.

Ahead of this clash, let us quickly go through the dream11 predictions, fantasy tips, teams, pitch report & top picks.

IRE vs PAK Head-to-Head Stats

The two sides have locked horns in just two T20Is so far. Both sides have win one game with Pakistan earning their first victory by 39 runs in 2009.

IRE vs PAK Pitch Report

The pitch at Clontarf Cricket Club Ground, Dublin, benefits pacers more than others. The spinners produce mild turn, but the bounce is generally equal. The wicket tends to improve as the game progresses, and runs can be scored once the batsman judges the bounce and negates the early swing.

Clontarf Cricket Club Ground, Dublin Ground Stats

Matches: 4
Won batting first: 1
Won batting second: 3
Average first innings score: 145
Highest runs scored: 183/5 by IRE vs PAK, in 2024
Average runs per wicket: 23.63

Fantasy value from the pitch

•  The pacers should be able to get early lateral movement in the air and off the deck.
• Batting should be easier during the second contest.
• Spinners may get slight help as the pitch could be two-paced.

IRE vs PAK Fantasy Cricket Tips

Pakistan Heavy Fantasy Team

The Pakistan side will be reliant on their batting duo of Babar Azam and Mohammad Rizwan with the bat. However, Iftikhar Ahmed has been a relief for them in the lower down the order. Pacers such as Naseem Shah, Shaheen Afridi and Abbas Afridi could be lethal under these Irish conditions.

Ireland Heavy Fantasy Team

Despite Josh Little missing the Pakistan series due to IPL, the Irish bowling unit looks solid with Mark Adair, Craig Young and Barry McCarthy. The likes of Lorcan Tucker, Andy Balbirnie and Harry Tector could be impactful apart from skipper Paul Stirling.

IRE vs PAK Winner Prediction

After an embarrassing defeat against Ireland, Pakistan should try their best to bounce back and earn a comprehensive victory.

IRE vs PAK Top Player Picks

Babar Azam (PAK): The top-order batter has a very good record with the bat against non SENA nations. He scored a fifty in the last game and looked sounded with the willow. One can expect him to be consistent throughout the series.

Saim Ayub (PAK): The youngster made his mark around the world in the franchise leagues the last calendar year. Ayub is an exciting prospect who likes to charge against the bowlers from ball No.1.

Paul Stirling (IRE): The Ireland captain is one of the team's most experienced players, and he will seek to lead from the front. Stirling possesses an attacking style and can accumulate runs on the powerplay. He can also turn starts into game-changing knocks.

Curtis Campher (IRE): Curtis Campher, a versatile player, can be effective with his seam-up in these situations. Campher has also proven his worth with the willow on numerous occasions for Ireland.

IRE vs PAK Differential Picks

Andy Balbirnie (IRE): The former Irish captain gave a blistering start to his side in a  run chase of 182 runs in the first T20I. He bashed 77 runs off 55 balls with ten fours and two sixes under his name. Although Balbirnie has failed to be consistent with the bat in the past, he has produced some impactful match-winning knocks from time to time.

 Iftikhar Ahmed (PAK): The 33-year-old has been striking the ball nicely with the bat lower down the order. He has the ability to be a good finisher and also has the ability to chip in with a few overs of finger spin.

IRE vs PAK Fantasy Expert Advice

 As per the combinations of the team, a fantasy team structure of 2-3-2-4 or 1-4-2-4 can be a good option to win rewards.

IRE vs PAK Fantasy Team for Head-to-Head/ Small Leagues

Wicketkeeper: Mohammad Rizwan
Batters: Babar Azam, Harry Tector, Sai Ayub, Andy Balbirnie
All-rounders: Curtis Campher, Iftikhar Ahmed, George Dockrell
Bowlers: Shaheen Afridi, Naseem Shah, Barry McCarthy

Captain: Babar Azam
Vice-captain: Naseem Shah

Players- Pakistan: 6 Ireland: 5

IRE vs PAK for Winner Takes All/ Grand Leagues

Wicketkeeper: Mohammad Rizwan, Lorcan Tucker
Batters: Saim Ayub, Fakhar Zaman, Babar Azam, Paul Stirling
All-rounders: Iftikhar Ahmed, Shadab Khan, Curtis Campher
Bowlers: Naseem Shah, Abbas Afridi, Mark Adair

Captain: Mohammad Rizwan
Vice-captain: Curtis Campher

Players- Pakistan: 7 Ireland: 4