IRE vs PAK: Ireland and Pakistan are currently locking horns with each other in the three-match T20I series. The series between the teams kick-started on Friday (10th May) and it was a disappointing result for them as they faced a thrashing loss in the first game and received of lot of criticism.
The focus now shifts towards the second IRE vs PAK game. The match will be played on Sunday (12th May). The Pakistan team would be keen to make a comeback otherwise it would mean a series loss for them. They would be eager to produce a dominant performance, proving their prowess.
IRE vs PAK: 2 changes that Pakistan can make for the second T20I after loss in the first game
Going into the second IRE vs PAK game, Pakistan can look to make a few changes in the team. This might allow them to get the combination right and stage a comeback. As the second game is just around the corner, we can look at 2 changes that Pakistan can make for the second T20I after the loss in the first game.
Mohammad Amir in place of Abbas Afridi
Mohammad Amir missed the first IRE vs PAK game due to visa issues. The pacer, however, has joined the team ahead of the second game and will be available for the game. He is likely to replace Abbas Afridi in the XI. Afridi although picked two wickets in the game was experienced. With Amir being a seasoned campaigner, it will allow the team to have a threatening bowling lineup and he along with Shaheen Afridi and Naseem Shah can dominate the opposition.
Abrar Ahmed in place of Shadab Khan
Shadab Khan has been struggling with both bat and ball for Pakistan for a while now. He had a horrible outing in the first IRE vs PAK game as well. The leg-spinner gave away 54 runs in his 4 overs and bagged a golden duck with the bat. Pakistan are struggling with their spin department and including Abrar Ahmed in the team might change the fortunes for them. Abrar being a mystery spinner could be handy in the middle.