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Ireland will take on the United Arab Emirates in the second T20I at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium on the 31stYingshi January 11:30 IST and the excitement is building.
Get the best UAE vs IRE Dream11 predictions, fantasy cricket tips, likely line-ups and match insights for the 2nd T20I of the United Arab Emirates Ireland Tour 2026. Expert analysis, etc.
UAE vs IRE match preview:
Ireland leads the two-match T20I series 1-0 after a strong win in the first game. In the first match, with contributions from Ross Adair (39) and Lorcan Tucker (38) and crucial knocks from Benjamin Calitz (26*) and George Dockrell (22*), Ireland posted a competitive total of 178/6 in 20 overs. Meanwhile, Gareth Delany and George Dockrell provided important dribbling.
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As a result, UAE struggled in the run chase and were bowled out for 121 runs, with Muhammad Waseem top scorer with 40 runs and Aryansh Sharma with 23 runs. Ireland’s bowlers Junaid Siddique and Haider Ali took two wickets each to help secure a 57-run victory.
Therefore, Ireland have a good chance of winning the second T20I as they build confidence from their all-round performance. Instead, UAE will look to bounce back in the next game by improving their batting and taking wickets early to stay alive in the series.
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UAE vs IRE head-to-head record:
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team |
win the game |
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United Arab Emirates |
7 |
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Ireland |
8 |
Emirates vs IRE weather and pitch report:
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temperature |
24℃ |
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weather forecast |
clear sky |
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pitching behavior |
batting friendly |
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most suitable |
pace |
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Average score in first inning |
174 |
Chase team record:
UAE vs IRE head to head 11 seconds (prediction):
United Arab Emirates Top 11:
1) Muhammad Wasim©
2) Aryansh Sharma (week)
3) Sohaib Khan
4) Alishan Sharafu
5) Rahul Chopra
6) Harshit Kaushik
7) Basil Hamid
8) Mohammad Alfan
9) Haider Ali
10) Junaid Siddiq
11) Mohammad Javadullah
Ireland beat 11:
1) Paul Sterling©
2) Ross Adair
3) Harry Turcotte
4) Lorcan Tucker (week)
5) Curtis Kanfer
6) Benjamin Kalitz
7) Gareth Delany
8) George Dockrell
9) Mark Adair
10) Barry McCarthy
11) Matthew Humphreys
Top Predictions and Fantasy Cricket Tips for UAE vs IRE Dream11:
Captain’s Picks:
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Paul Stirling – The Irish’s right-handed explosive hitter who scored 8 runs in his last game while continuing to provide aggressive intent on the bases. |
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George Dockrell – Represents Ireland as a right-handed batsman and left-arm orthodox spinner, adding useful value with the bat as he contributed 22 runs in the last game. |
Top picks:
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Alishan Sharafu – Playing as a right-hand batsman in the middle order for the United Arab Emirates, he contributed 16 runs in the last game with his composed bat selection. |
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Muhammad Waseem – Confidently leading the United Arab Emirates, he set the tone for the top spot with a positive innings in the last game, scoring 40 runs. |
Budget options:
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Basil Hameed – Represents the United Arab Emirates as a right-handed batsman and right-arm breaking bowler, adding valuable all-round depth with controlled batting and disciplined spin support. |
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Barry McCarthy – Played as a right-arm medium pacer for Ireland, he contributed reliable seam movement, disciplined linework and a constant wicket threat across spells. |
UAE vs IRE Ireland Captain and Vice-Captain Selection for UAE Tour 2026:
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team leader |
Paul Sterling and George Dockrell |
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Vice captain |
Wasim Muhammad and Alihansa Sharaf |
UAE vs IRE Dream11 Prediction Team 1:
- Goalkeeper – Aryansh Sharma
- Batsmen – Paul Stirling ©, Harry Tector, Alishan Sharafu, Waseem Muhammad (vc)
- All-rounders – George Dockrell, Curtis Campher, Harshit Kaushik
- Bowlers – Craig Young, Mark Adair, Junaid Siddique
UAE vs IRE Dream11 Prediction Team 2:
- Goalkeeper – Aryansh Sharma
- Batsmen – Paul Stirling, Harry Tector, Alishan Sharafu (vc), Waseem Muhammad
- All-rounder – George Dockrell ©, Curtis Campher, Basil Hameed
- Bowlers – Mark Adair, Barry McCarthy, Junaid Siddique
UAE vs IRE Dream11 Today’s Predictions 2026 United Arab Emirates 2nd T20I Ireland Tour players to avoid:
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player |
Dream 11 Producers |
Dream11 points (last game) |
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Tim Tackett |
7.0 credits |
That |
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Muhammad Zohaib |
7.5 credits |
That |
UAE vs IRE Dream11 Today’s Predictions 2026 United Arab Emirates 2nd T20I Ireland Tour Expert Advice:
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SL captain selection |
Paul Sterling |
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GL captain selection |
George Dockrell |
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Punt Picks |
Barry McCarthy and Basil Hamid |
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Dream 11 combination |
1-4-3-3 |
UAE vs IRE Match Winner Prediction:
Given recent performances, Ireland are expected to win this match.
