Balbirnie got terrific support from the likes of Harry Tector and Geroge Dockrell, as the trio powered their side to a strong score of 290 batting first against South Africa. South Africa, on the other hand, didn't have a great start losing both Aiden Markram and skipper Temba Bavuma early. The 108-run partnership between Malan and van der Dussen brought South Africa into a position of control. Also read IRE vs SA 2nd ODI Dream11 prediction: Best picks for Ireland vs South Africa match in DublinBut one wicket and it all went downhill for the visitors very soon. Skipper Balbirnie was adjudged the Player of the Match for his knock of 102 runs and Ireland were 1-0 ahead of South Africa with the final match of the series to be played on Friday, July 16.

Source: dna July 13, 2021 18:00 UTC