UAE vs IRE Dream11 Prediction & Dream11 Team: Match Preview, Playing XI, Fantasy Cricket Tips - 1st T20 2026
- Published: January 27, 2026
- Updated: January 27, 2026
- By AllCric Team
United Arab Emirates face Ireland in the UAE vs IRE 1st T20I at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium. UAE have been in good form lately, winning three of their last five T20 matches in the Asia & EAP Qualifier. Ireland also arrive with confidence after a successful T20I series against Italy, but they will be tested in these conditions.
UAE enjoy a strong head-to-head record, having won all five previous matches against Ireland. With key players like Muhammad Waseem, Alishan Sharafu, and Haider Ali performing well, the UAE vs IRE today match prediction slightly favours the hosts. The Dubai pitch is good for batting, though big scores are not always easy, keeping the game competitive.
For fantasy players, the UAE vs IRE Dream11 prediction suggests backing UAE’s top-order batters and reliable bowlers. Picking in-form players will be important to build the best UAE vs IRE Dream11 team today, with UAE holding a small edge at home.
Match Details
- Match: United Arab Emirates vs Ireland, 1st T20I
- Tournament: Ireland tour of United Arab Emirates, 2026
- Date: Thursday, 29 January 2026
- Time: 07:30 PM IST
- Venue: Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai
Pitch Report – Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai
The pitch at Dubai International Cricket Stadium is balanced, offering something for both batters and bowlers. Pace bowlers can get swing early, while spinners can expect average turn in the middle overs. Batters who settle in can score freely, but the pitch generally keeps the game competitive.
Competitive Score: 140–145 runs
Weather Report – Dubai
- Condition: Clear skies
- Temperature: Around 20–22°C
- Humidity: Moderate
- Rain: No rain expected
- Wind: Light breeze
UAE vs IRE Recent Performances
United Arab Emirates (UAE)
Last 5 matches: L L W W L
- Recent performance: Won 3 out of 5 in T20 World Cup Asia & EAP Qualifier 2025–26
- Key players: Muhammad Waseem, Alishan Sharafu, Haider Ali
Ireland (IRE)
Last 5 matches: L L W W L
- Recent performance: Won series against Italy in UAE
- Key players: Harry Tector, Matthew Humphreys, Paul Stirling
UAE vs IRE Head-to-Head
| Matches Played | United Arab Emirates (UAE) Won | Ireland (IRE) Won |
|---|---|---|
|
(Overall) 11
|
07 |
04 |
|
Last 5 matches
|
05 |
00 |
Latest meeting (24-Feb-2022): U.A.E. won by 7 wickets (with 8 balls remaining)
UAE vs IRE Probable Playing 11
United Arab Emirates Predicted Playing 11
Muhammad Waseem (c), Alishan Sharafu (wk), Harshit Kaushik, Rohan Chopra, Mayank Kumar, Asif Khan, Dhruv Parashar, Muhammad Rohid, Junaid Siddique, Haider Ali, Saghir Khan
Ireland Predicted Playing 11
Paul Stirling (c), Ross Adair, Harry Tector, Lorcan Tucker (wk), Benjamin Calitz, Matthew Humphreys, Mark Adair, Barry McCarthy, Craig Young, Gareth Delaney, George Dockrell
UAE vs IRE Toss Prediction
Likely Call: To Bat
Reason: Dubai International Cricket Stadium has favored sides batting first in recent T20Is, and UAE are likely to take advantage of setting a total on a balanced pitch.
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Batters to Watch
- Muhammad Waseem (UAE) – 669 runs in last 22 T20 matches, avg. 30.4
- Alishan Sharafu (UAE) – Consistent scorer in recent T20s
- Harry Tector (IRE) – 390 runs in last 12 T20 matches, avg. 55.71
Bowlers to Watch
- Haider Ali (UAE) – 29 wickets in 21 T20 matches, econ. 5.65
- Dhruv Parashar (UAE) – Key wicket-taker for UAE
- Matthew Humphreys (IRE) – 15 wickets in 10 T20 matches, econ. 6.36
UAE vs IRE Dream11 Team Today
Wicketkeeper: Lorcan Tucker (IRE)
Batters: Muhammad Waseem (UAE), Alishan Sharafu (UAE), Harry Tector (IRE), Paul Stirling (IRE)
All-rounders: Asif Khan (UAE), Benjamin Calitz (IRE)
Bowlers: Haider Ali (UAE), Dhruv Parashar (UAE), Matthew Humphreys (IRE), Junaid Siddique (UAE)
Captain Choices: Muhammad Waseem / Harry Tector
Vice-Captain Choices: Alishan Sharafu / Haider Ali
UAE vs IRE Match Prediction
UAE start the series as clear favourites given their perfect record against Ireland and strong form in recent T20Is. With top performers like Waseem, Sharafu, and Haider in good touch, UAE are expected to dominate. Ireland will need big performances from Tector and Humphreys to challenge the hosts.
👉 UAE vs IRE Dream11 prediction today:
United Arab Emirates to win ✅
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❓FAQs
United Arab Emirates are favourites due to head-to-head dominance and recent form.
Muhammad Waseem, Alishan Sharafu, Harry Tector, Haider Ali.
A total of around 140–145 runs is competitive.
UAE are likely to bat first, as teams batting first have won the last three T20Is at Dubai.
Clear skies are expected, with no rain forecast.