Pakistan vs Ireland – the 36th match of the T20 World Cup 2024 in Group A fixtures is the last game for both teams playing for their self-satisfaction.

On 14th June 2024, the United States was fortunate enough to qualify for the Super 8s since their match against Ireland was called off due to severe rains. As a result, Pakistan and Ireland had to straight away face an elimination from the tournament.

Pakistan after facing back-to-back losses against the United States and India, finally were able to get back onto the winning ways by securing a 7-wicket victory against Canada. However, Ireland is yet to win its first match of the tournament after losing two games against India and Canada.

This preview will guide you about the head-to-head stats of the Pakistan vs Ireland match in T20 World Cup 2024 to determine the winner of the forthcoming match. Also, we will find out the probable playing XI based on the toss outcome, weather, and pitch conditions. Mainly, you should know the schedule, venue, timings, live streaming, and broadcasting details to watch the game either in the stadium or from the comfort of your location.

Pakistan vs Ireland T20 World Cup 2024: Schedule, Venue and Timings

Here is the schedule, venue, and timings for Pakistan vs Ireland in the group stages of the T20 World Cup 2024:

Where to watch the Pakistan vs Ireland Live match: Streaming and Broadcasting Details

If you’re a viewer either from Pakistan, Ireland, or India you need to know the different live streaming and broadcasting options available:

Weather Forecast Reports for the PAK vs IRE Group A T20 World Cup 2024

The latest weather forecast reports suggest severe rains can be expected for a week starting June 12.

Severe rains at this venue played a spoilsport during the USA vs Ireland match on June 14 and shattered Pakistan’s chances of qualifying for the Super 8s. You might expect another abandoned match or reduced-overs game in Florida. 

Pitch Conditions and Toss Outcome for the Pakistan vs Ireland match

The pitch conditions at Central Broward Regional Park Stadium have proven to be batting-friendly, but the flow of runs gets slowed down as the game progresses. Although it would be a tough time for bowlers at the initial stages, it eventually proves to be favorable for fielding teams in the middle and death overs. Any skipper would decide to bat first after winning the toss to post a considerable total. The average score you can expect is between 120 and 150 runs.

Head-to-Head Stats of Pakistan vs Ireland in T20Is

Pakistan and Ireland have faced each other in 4 T20I games and the stats are mentioned below:

Pakistan vs Ireland Head-to-Head Stats in T20 World Cup:

Pakistan and Ireland have competed only once in the ICC T20 World Cup 2009. Batting first, Pakistan posted a total of 159-5 in 20 overs, riding on Kamran Akmal’s steady knock of 57 runs from 51 balls (including 5 fours and 1 six). Additionally, Saeed Ajmal’s impressive bowling performance of 4-19 in 4 overs, restricted Ireland to 120-9 in 20 overs.

Probable Playing XI for Pakistan vs Ireland match

Probably, these players might be included in the playing XI of Pakistan and Ireland cricket teams:

Pakistan Cricket Team:

1. Mohammad Rizwan (wicketkeeper)
2. Saim Ayub
3. Babar Azam (captain)
4. Fakhar Zaman
5. Usman Khan
6. Shadab Khan
7. Imad Wasim
8. Shaheen Afridi
9. Naseem Shah
10. Haris Rauf
11. Mohammad Amir

 Ireland Cricket Team:

1. Andrew Balbirnie
2. Paul Stirling (captain)
3. Lorcan Tucker (wicketkeeper)
4. Harry Tector
5. Curtis Campher
6. George Dockrell
7. Gareth Delany
8. Mark Adair
9. Barry McCarthy
10. Joshua Little
11. Craig Young

Pakistan vs Ireland Match Winner Prediction T20 World Cup 2024: Conclusion

Overall, Pakistan and Ireland have equal chances of winning the upcoming match, unless the rain threatens to become a spoilsport of the game.

Earlier, the former Indian cricketer Robin Uthappa challenged that Ireland could be one such team that could easily defeat Pakistan. It remains to be seen if Babar Azam’s led side can prove Uthappa’s prediction to become incorrect or not.

Finally, the teams having a strong set of bowling lineup and a set of batters who can anchor the innings will certainly win the forthcoming game.