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Afghanistan Eyes Series Lead Over Ireland
10 Aug
Summary
- Afghanistan leads the five-match series 1-0 after the second ODI.
- Ibrahim Zadran scored 84, and Rashid Khan took six wickets in the second match.
- The third ODI will be played at Stormont Cricket Ground in Belfast.
Afghanistan is poised to extend their lead in the five-match ODI series against Ireland, currently ahead 1-0. The upcoming third ODI is scheduled for Monday, August 10, at Stormont Cricket Ground in Belfast. This match is critical for Ireland, who must win to prevent Afghanistan from gaining an insurmountable advantage.
Afghanistan demonstrated strong form in the second ODI, winning by 92 runs. Their total of 299 was anchored by Ibrahim Zadran's 84 runs. Ireland was subsequently bowled out for 207, with Afghanistan's spinner Rashid Khan notably taking six wickets. The home team's batting performance will be under scrutiny in the third encounter.
This series is part of the Afghanistan tour of Ireland 2026, with all matches starting at 3:15 pm IST. The first two games were held in Bready, while the remaining fixtures, including the third, fourth, and fifth ODIs, are scheduled for Stormont in Belfast.
