Ireland A will be battling against Sri Lanka A in the first match of the UAE Tri-Series OD 2025 at the Zayed Cricket Stadium, Abu Dhabi on 13th April at 11:30 AM IST.
Get the best IR-A vs SL-A Dream11 prediction, fantasy cricket tips, probable playing XI, and match insights for the 1st match of the UAE Tri-Series OD 2025. Expert analysis and more.
IR-A vs SL-A Match Preview:
The Emirates Cricket Board will be hosting the UAE Tri-Series OD 2025, commencing soon. In the tournament’s opening match, Ireland A will be taking on Sri Lanka A.
Cade Carmichael, Ross Adair, and Stephen Doheny are among the key players from the Ireland A side, while Nuwanidu Fernando, Pasindu Sooriyabandara, and Sadeera Samarawickrama are among the vital players from the Sri Lanka A side.
Both teams have a balanced squad with a mix of experienced players and young talent. Ireland A boasts a strong batting lineup with Ross Adair and Cade Carmichael, while Sri Lanka A has a solid top order with Nuwanidu Fernando and Pasindu Sooriyabandara.
Meanwhile, Sri Lanka A’s bowling attack, led by Dilshan Madushanka and Milan Rathnayake, looks formidable. Ireland A’s bowling unit, featuring Fionn Hand and Matthew Foster, is also expected to pose a challenge.
Given the strength of both teams, a competitive match is anticipated. The outcome will likely depend on which team can better adapt to the conditions and capitalize on their opportunities.
These two teams have played each other several times in recent years, but the head-to-head record might not be a significant factor here, given the changing dynamics of both squads. The match promises to be an exciting encounter between two teams looking to start their tri-series campaign on a winning note.
IR-A vs SL-A Head-to-Head Record:
Teams |
Matches Won |
Ireland A |
0 |
Sri Lanka A |
0 |
IR-A vs SL-A Weather & Pitch Report:
Temperature |
32°C |
Weather Forecast |
Clear Sky |
Pitch Behaviour |
Balanced |
Best Suited To |
Pace |
Average 1st innings score |
198 |
Record of chasing teams:
Records |
Poor |
Winning % |
40% |
IR-A vs SL-A Playing 11s (Predicted):
Ireland A Playing 11: Ross Adair, Morgan Topping, Cade Carmichael, Christopher de Freitas, Stephen Doheny, Gavin Hoey, Jordan Neill, Liam McCarthy, Fionn Hand, Matthew Foster, Cian Robertson
Sri Lanka A Playing 11: Nuwanidu Fernando, Pasindu Sooriyabandara, Kamil Mishara, Lasith Croospulle, Sadeera Samarawickrama, Chamindu Wickramasinghe, Dushan Hemantha, Sahan Arachchige, Dilshan Madushanka, Milan Rathnayake, Mohamed Shiraz
IR-A vs SL-A Dream11 Team Today Players Stats:
Player |
Players Stats (last match) |
Chamindu Wickramasinghe |
NA |
Sahan Arachchige |
NA |
Ross Adair |
NA |
Kamil Mishara |
NA |
Hot Picks for IR-A vs SL-A Fantasy Cricket Tips:
Captaincy Picks:
Kamil Mishara |
Sahan Arachchige |
Top Picks:
Chamindu Wickramasinghe |
Ross Adair |
Budget Picks:
Fionn Hand |
Cade Carmichael |
IR-A vs SL-A Captain and Vice-captain Choices:
Captain |
Sahan Arachchige & Kamil Mishara |
Vice-Captain |
Chamindu Wickramasinghe & Ross Adair |
IR-A vs SL-A Dream11 Prediction Team 1:
- Keepers – Stephen Doheny, Lahiru Udara, Sadeera Samarawickrama
- Batsmen – Nuwanidu Fernando, Ross Adair, Kamil Mishara
- All-rounders – Sahan Arachchige (c), Chamindu Wickramasinghe (vc), Cade Carmichael
- Bowlers – Dilshan Madushanka, Dushan Hemantha

IR-A vs SL-A Dream11 Prediction Team 2:
- Keepers – Sadeera Samarawickrama, Stephen Doheny
- Batsmen – Nuwanidu Fernando, Ross Adair (vc), Kamil Mishara (c)
- All-rounders – Sahan Arachchige, Chamindu Wickramasinghe, Cade Carmichael
- Bowlers – Dilshan Madushanka, Dushan Hemantha, Fionn Hand

IR-A vs SL-A Dream11 Prediction Today Match 1 UAE Tri-Series OD 2025 Players to Avoid:
Players |
Dream11 Credits |
Dream11 Points (Last match) |
Benjamin Calitz |
7.0 credits |
NA |
Lasith Croospulle |
7.0 credits |
NA |
IR-A vs SL-A Dream11 Prediction Today Match 1 UAE Tri-Series OD 2025 Expert Advice:
SL Captaincy Choice |
Sahan Arachchige |
GL Captaincy Choice |
Kamil Mishara |
Punt Picks |
Fionn Hand and Sadeera Samarawickrama |
Dream11 Combination |
1-3-3-4 |