IRE vs NZ Match Prediction, 2nd T20I – Who will win today’s match between Ireland and New Zealand?

After winning the first T20I match comfortably, New Zealand will look to extend their dominance in the second T20I match against Ireland. Kiwi batter Glenn Phillips was excellent in the first game as he scored an unbeaten 69 and took his team to a comfortable position.

In reply, several Irish batters got starts in their innings but none of them managed to convert them. As a result, the visitors won the first match easily in the end. Ireland will want to win the second encounter to level the series to keep it alive.

IRE vs NZ, 2T20I Pitch Report:

As it was evident in the first match, scoring runs at the Belfast wicket will not be easy. However, if the batters apply themselves before going for the big shot,s then runs can come thick and fast. Skipper winning the toss might want to bowl first.

Ireland vs New Zealand, 2nd T20I Probable Playing XI

Ireland:

Paul Stirling, Andrew Balbirnie (c), Gareth Delany, Harry Tector, Curtis Campher, George Dockrell, Lorcan Tucker (wk), Mark Adair, Barry McCarthy, Craig Young, Joshua Little

New Zealand:

Martin Guptill, Finn Allen, Dane Cleaver (wk), Glenn Phillips, Daryl Mitchell, James Neesham, Michael Bracewell, Mitchell Santner (c), Ish Sodhi, Lockie Ferguson, Jacob Duffy

IRE vs NZ, 2nd T20I Probable Top Performers

Probable best batter of the match

Andrew Balbirnie:

Skipper Andrew Balbirnie looked in good touch during the first T20I as he scored a couple of boundaries and tried to give a perfect start to his team. However, his innings was cut short by a brilliant piece of fielding from Mitchell Santner, who took a blinder to dismiss him. Balbirnie will look to provide a solid start to his team in the next match.

Probable best bowler of the match

Mark Adair:

Experienced pacer Mark Adair scalped two wickets during the first encounter but was very costly as he gave away 49 runs in his four-over quota. The pacer was bowling well till his third over, but Phillips smashed 19 runs in his fourth and took his team’s total past the 170-run mark. Adair will want to come back strongly in the next match and give a winning contribution to his team.

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Disclaimer: This prediction is based on the understanding, analysis, and instinct of the author. While making your prediction, consider the points mentioned, and make your own decision.