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THE FACTS
When is Afghanistan vs Ireland on and what time does it start? Afghanistan vs Ireland will take place on Friday 28th October, 2022 – 05:00 (UK)
Where is Afghanistan vs Ireland taking place? Afghanistan vs Ireland will take place at Melbourne Cricket Ground in Melbourne, Australia
Where can I get tickets for Afghanistan vs Ireland? Click here for the latest ticket information for Afghanistan vs Ireland
What channel is Afghanistan vs Ireland on in the UK? Afghanistan vs Ireland will be televised live on Sky Sports
Where can I stream Afghanistan vs Ireland in the UK? Sky Sports subscribers can stream Afghanistan vs Ireland live on Sky Go
THE LOWDOWN
AFGHANISTAN
IRELAND
THE PREDICTION
This fixture comes down to the key factor of which nation’s batting line-up handles the opposition bowlers better. These two teams faced off earlier this year in a five-match T20i series in Belfast which saw Ireland narrowly emerge victorious by three games to two. The MCG is a big ground and it will not be easy for either team to score freely, so smart batting will be required as demonstrated by Irish captain Andrew Balbirnie against England. However, Afghanistan are a streetwise outfit who should suit playing on a ground like the MCG and their bowling attack should be afforded significant joy in this one. Although Ireland are on a high, this could prove a case of an after the Lord Mayor’s show, so backing Afghanistan to win looks a shrewd move.