South Africa vs Ireland: ODI Series 2024

The ongoing ODI series between South Africa and Ireland has garnered significant attention. Here are the key details and highlights:

Match Details

• 1st ODI: October 2, 2024, at Sheikh Zayed Stadium, Abu Dhabi¹.
  • Result: Match in progress. South Africa won the toss and chose to bat².
  • Current Score: South Africa at 53/3 in 15.3 overs¹.
• 2nd ODI: Scheduled for October 4, 2024, at Sheikh Zayed Stadium, Abu Dhabi¹.
• 3rd ODI: Scheduled for October 7, 2024, at Sheikh Zayed Stadium, Abu Dhabi¹.

Teams and Key Players

• Ireland:
  • Captain: Paul Stirling
  • Key Players: Andy Balbirnie, Curtis Campher, Harry Tector, Stephen Doheny (wk), George Dockrell, Mark Adair, Andy McBrine, Gavin Hoey, Graham Hume, Craig Young².
• South Africa:
  • Captain: Temba Bavuma
  • Key Players: Ryan Rickelton (wk), Tony de Zorzi, Rassie van der Dussen, Tristan Stubbs, Wiaan Mulder, Andile Phehlukwayo, Bjorn Fortuin, Lizaad Williams, Lungi Ngidi, Ottneil Baartman².

Recent T20I Series

• 2nd T20I: September 29, 2024, at Sheikh Zayed Stadium, Abu Dhabi¹.
  • Result: Ireland won by 10 runs.
  • Highlights: R. Adair scored 100 runs in 58 balls and was named Player of the Match¹.

Viewing Information

• Live Streaming: Available on FanCode in India, SuperSport in South Africa, and Cricket Ireland’s YouTube channel for the rest of the world³.

Summary

The series is a crucial opportunity for both teams to showcase their skills and gain momentum ahead of future international fixtures. Stay tuned for more updates as the series progresses.