IRE vs PAK Dream11 Prediction & Fantasy Tips (T20 WC Warm-Up| Match 9), in Colombo, February 4, 2026

Ireland (IRE) will face Pakistan (PAK) in Match 9 of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 warm-up matches. The game will be played at the Sinhalese Sports Club Ground, Colombo, on February 4, 2026, starting at 5:00 PM IST.

For match winner prediction, toss impact, and key insights, check out the IRE vs PAK today match prediction article.

IRE vs PAK Match 9 – Game Plan

IRE vs PAK Team Preview & Head-to-Head Records

Ireland won a recent three-match T20I series 2–1 against Italy. Italy competed well, giving Ireland a chance to adjust team combinations and fix earlier issues.

On the other hand, Pakistan is in full confidence after a historic 3–0 T20I series win over Australia, their first-ever whitewash against them and a rare T20 series victory over a SENA team.

Ireland Team Squad Analysis

Harry Tector led the batting with 150 runs, while the rest of the batters struggled, mostly scoring 60–70 runs with averages around 20. Matthew Humphreys was the standout bowler, finishing with six wickets.

Ireland then faced the UAE in a two-match T20I series and dominated to win 2–0. Batting first in both games, they posted totals between 170 and 180 and won by 3 runs and 57 runs.

Curtis Campher topped the scoring with 77 runs, and Lorcan Tucker stayed consistent with 59 runs. The spinners were impressive as well, with Gareth Delany taking five wickets and Humphreys adding four more.

Pakistan Team News & Analysis

In their first warm-up game against Ireland at the spin-friendly Colombo Cricket Club Ground, Pakistan are expected to rely heavily on spin. Around 14–15 overs could be bowled by spinners, with Shaheen Afridi likely to be the only frontline pacer.

Captain Salman Agha led the batting with 120 runs, while Saim Ayub (119) and Babar Azam (76) also showed good form.

Mohammad Nawaz stood out with seven wickets, and Abrar Ahmed picked up six. A big strength for Pakistan is their spin depth, as they can play four spinners in a match, including three spin all-rounders.

IRE vs PAK T20 WC Warm-Up Match Team Squad

Key Players For Ireland

• Top Batters: H Tector, Lorcan Tucker. T Tector
• Top Bowler: Gareth Delany, Matthew Humphreys

Key Players For Pakistan

• Top Batters: Salman Agha, Babar Azam, Saim Ayub
• Top Bowlers: Abrar Ahmed, Mohammad Nawaz. U Tariq

Ireland vs Pakistan Player Stats & Record 2026

IRE vs PAK Dream11 Team Prediction Today’s Match

Ireland vs Pakistan Best Captain/Vice-Captain Prediction Today Match

FAQ – IRE vs PAK Quick Summaries

Which are the Key Players For Ireland (IRE)?

H Tector, Lorcan Tucker, T Tector, Gareth Delany, and Matthew Humphreys will be the key players for Team IRE.

Which are the Key Players For Pakistan (PAK)?

Babar Azam, Saim Ayub, Abrar Ahmed, Mohammad Nawaz and U Tariq will be the key players for Team PAK.

Who are the best captain/vice-captain picks for today’s IRE vs PAK match?

T Tector, U Tariq, M Nawaz, S Ayub, and H Tector will be the good options for C/VC.