Catch all the action of the Ireland vs South Africa 2024 white-ball series in Abu Dhabi. Schedule, squads, and where to watch – don’t miss a moment!
Cricket fans are looking forward to the long-awaited white-ball series of Ireland vs South Africa in 2024. The tournament is scheduled to begin from 27th September, 2024 in Abu Dhabi, and three ODIs packed with action and two T20Is up for thrills. Now, South Africa would be eager to come back from their recent lost ODI series against Afghanistan, and winning the match against Ireland will be the perfect fit to end their tour of UAE on a high. They would be looking forward to overcome Ireland, but under the veteran of Paul Stirling, Irish won't look to take a backseat and head on to the Proteas.
South Africa have always dominated over the years against Ireland but there have always been glimmer of hope for the latter. Overall in eight ODIs, South Africa have won six, Ireland have won one while one match ended without a result. However, while T20I, the Proteas have outplayed them in all six matches they have played. Recent encounters reveal that Ireland have improved to the extent that they are giving stronger opposition in some cases, thus this series is one to watch closely.
Ireland vs South Africa 2024: Key Fixtures and Venues
All matches will be played at the Sheikh Zayed Stadium in Abu Dhabi, offering a neutral venue for both sides to showcase their cricketing prowess. Here's the full schedule for the white-ball series:
T20I Series:
September 27, 2024: 1st T20I – Ireland vs South Africa, Abu Dhabi
September 29, 2024: 2nd T20I – Ireland vs South Africa, Abu Dhabi
ODI Series:
October 2, 2024: 1st ODI – Ireland vs South Africa, Abu Dhabi
October 4, 2024: 2nd ODI – Ireland vs South Africa, Abu Dhabi
October 7, 2024: 3rd ODI – Ireland vs South Africa, Abu Dhabi
Ireland vs South Africa 2024: Squads of both teams
Ireland ODI squad: Paul Stirling (captain), Mark Adair, Andrew Balbirnie, Curtis Campher, George Dockrell, Stephen Doheny, Gavin Hoey, Fionn Hand, Graham Hume, Matthew Humphreys, Andy McBrine, Neil Rock, Harry Tector, Lorcan Tucker, Craig Young
Ireland T20I squad: Paul Stirling (captain), Mark Adair, Ross Adair, Curtis Campher, Gareth Delany, George Dockrell, Fionn Hand, Matthew Humphreys, Graham Hume, Neil Rock, Harry Tector, Lorcan Tucker, Ben White, Craig Young
South Africa ODI squad: Temba Bavuma (capt), Ottneil Baartman, Nandre Burger, Tony de Zorzi, Bjorn Fortuin, Wiaan Mulder, Lungi Ngidi, Andile Phehlukwayo, Nqaba Peter, Ryan Rickelton, Jason Smith, Tristan Stubbs, Rassie van der Dussen, Kyle Verreynne, Lizaad Williams.
South Africa T20I squad: Aiden Markram (capt), Ottneil Baartman, Matthew Breetzke, Nandre Burger, Bjorn Fortuin, Reeza Hendricks, Patrick Kruger, Wiaan Mulder, Lungi Ngidi, Nqaba Peter, Ryan Rickelton, Andile Simelane, Jason Smith, Tristan Stubbs, Lizaad Williams.
Streaming and Broadcast: Where to Watch
Fans around the world can catch all the action live:
India: FanCode app and website
Ireland: TNT Sports
South Africa: SuperSport
Timings: Don't Miss the Action
T20I Series: 9:00 PM IST / 03:30 PM GMT / 07:30 PM Local
ODI Series: 5:00 PM IST / 11:30 AM GMT / 03:30 PM Local
What to Expect?
With South Africa coming off a tough series against Afghanistan and Ireland building momentum, this white-ball series promises plenty of excitement. While the Proteas are clear favorites on paper, Ireland’s unpredictable nature, especially in limited-overs cricket, could lead to some thrilling moments on the field.
