Ireland vs Afghanistan 3rd ODI Today Match Prediction

Q: Who will win Ireland vs Afghanistan today?

Afghanistan are our preferred pick after their dominant 92-run victory in the second ODI and their superior batting and bowling depth.

Q: What is the best betting tip for IRE vs AFG?

Afghanistan to win is our main recommendation, while Rahmanullah Gurbaz to score over 27.5 runs and Afghanistan to score over 275.5 runs are strong player and team markets.

Q: What is the toss prediction for Ireland vs Afghanistan?

The team winning the toss is expected to bowl first, with the new ball likely to provide assistance to the seamers at Stormont.

Q: Who are the key players in Ireland vs Afghanistan?

Harry Tector, Paul Stirling and Mark Adair are important players for Ireland, while Ibrahim Zadran, Rahmanullah Gurbaz, Rashid Khan and Azmatullah Omarzai are Afghanistan's key match-winners.

Written by Raja Babu 10 Aug 2026

Prediction Afghanistan to Win

IRE vs AFG win percentage stands at 64% in favour of AFG.

Key reasons:

Afghanistan won the second ODI by a convincing 92-run margin.
Rashid Khan claimed six wickets in the previous match and remains a major threat.
Afghanistan possess a stronger and more experienced ODI batting line-up.
Ibrahim Zadran, Sediqullah Atal and the rest of the bowling attack all contributed strongly in the second ODI.

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IRE vs AFG Betting Tips

Match Winner: Afghanistan

Afghanistan produced a commanding performance in the second ODI, winning by 92 runs after posting 299 for 8 and bowling Ireland out for 207. Their batting has greater depth and experience, while Rashid Khan's six-wicket haul underlined the threat posed by their bowling attack. With Afghanistan leading the series 1-0, they are the clear selection to move further ahead.

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Top Batter: Rahmanullah Gurbaz

Rahmanullah Gurbaz remains one of Afghanistan's most dangerous ODI batters and will be confident after his side's dominant performance in the second match. With Afghanistan's top order in good form and Stormont expected to become easier for batting once the new ball gets older, Gurbaz is a strong candidate to make a significant contribution.

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Afghanistan Team Total: Over 275.5

Afghanistan scored 299 in the second ODI, with Ibrahim Zadran and Sediqullah Atal providing an excellent platform before the middle order accelerated. Their batting line-up possesses enough quality and depth to cross 275 again if the top order settles in.

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Match details

Item	Details
Match	Ireland vs Afghanistan, 3rd ODI
Series	Afghanistan tour of Ireland 2026
Date	10 August 2026
Venue	Civil Service Cricket Club, Stormont, Belfast
Format	ODI

Ireland vs Afghanistan prediction

Ireland and Afghanistan meet in the third ODI of their five-match series at Stormont, with Afghanistan holding a 1-0 lead after a dominant victory in the second match.

The opening ODI at Bready was abandoned without a ball being bowled, but Afghanistan made a major statement in the second game. They scored 299 for 8 before dismissing Ireland for 207 to complete a 92-run victory.

Rashid Khan was the standout performer with six wickets, while Ibrahim Zadran anchored Afghanistan's innings with 84. Sediqullah Atal also contributed at the top of the order, giving Afghanistan a strong platform.

Ireland will hope that returning to home conditions at Stormont can help them produce a much-improved performance. Paul Stirling's experience remains important, while Harry Tector and Curtis Campher will need to make greater contributions with the bat.

Afghanistan have the stronger combination across both departments and enter this match with considerable momentum.

Prediction: Afghanistan to win.

Pitch report

Stormont has traditionally offered assistance to seamers, particularly with the new ball. The overcast conditions in Northern Ireland could make the opening overs challenging for the batters, with movement through the air and off the surface likely.

Batting should become easier once the ball gets older, allowing players who spend time at the crease to score more freely. Spinners could also become increasingly important during the middle overs if the pitch begins to slow.

A first-innings score of around 270-280 should be competitive.

Key players

Ireland

Paul Stirling: The experienced captain provides Ireland with valuable quality and leadership at the top of the order.
Harry Tector: One of Ireland's most dependable ODI batters and an important player in the middle order.
Mark Adair: One of Ireland's most experienced pace bowlers and a key wicket-taking option.
Curtis Campher: Provides balance with both bat and ball and will be important in both departments.

Afghanistan

Ibrahim Zadran: Scored an excellent 84 in the second ODI and will again be expected to anchor the innings.
Rahmanullah Gurbaz: A dangerous attacking opener capable of putting Ireland's bowlers under pressure.
Rashid Khan: Claimed six wickets in the previous ODI and remains Afghanistan's biggest match-winner.
Azmatullah Omarzai: Adds valuable depth to Afghanistan's batting and bowling resources.

Probable playing XIs

Ireland probable XI

Paul Stirling (C), Andy Balbirnie, Cade Carmichael, Harry Tector, Curtis Campher, Lorcan Tucker (WK), Ben Calitz, Mark Adair, Gavin Hoey, Jai Moondra, Byron McDonough.

Afghanistan probable XI

Ibrahim Zadran, Rahmanullah Gurbaz (WK), Sediqullah Atal, Hashmatullah Shahidi, Rahmat Shah (C), Darwish Rasooli, Azmatullah Omarzai, Rashid Khan, AM Ghazanfar, Mohammad Saleem, Fazalhaq Farooqi.

Why Afghanistan are the better pick

Afghanistan enter the third ODI with a clear advantage after dominating Ireland in the previous match.

Afghanistan won the second ODI by 92 runs.
Rashid Khan claimed six wickets and completely changed the match with his spell.
Ibrahim Zadran scored 84 in a controlled batting performance.
Sediqullah Atal and the Afghanistan top order provided a strong platform.
Afghanistan have greater batting depth and more proven ODI match-winners.

Ireland will benefit from playing at Stormont and should be determined to respond after their heavy defeat. However, Afghanistan's superior balance and current momentum make them the stronger selection.

Bet on IRE vs AFG today

Afghanistan are the clear pick after their commanding performance in the second ODI. Their batting depth gives them a strong platform, while Rashid Khan and the bowling attack provide the ability to take wickets consistently through the innings.

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