The winner of the final World Cup league match at the group stage will move into the quarter-finals while the loser will have to engage in a run-rate battle with West Indies. A likely win for West Indies against the UAE, in the first game tomorrow, will bring them level with Pakistan and Ireland on six points to set up a close finish for the final-eight spots.
Pakistan lost their opening two matches against old foes India and the West Indies, but bounced back to win the next three to prove once again they are one of the most unpredictable sides in world cricket.Victories against Zimbabwe and the United Arab Emirates were followed by a stunning success over mighty South Africa in Auckland where they bowled the Proteas out for 202 after making 222.
At Seddon Park against India, Ireland had a real opportunity to pile up 300-plus. Instead, it lost 7 for 53 in the last ten overs. It was the kind of glitch it can’t afford against Pakistan.Given Pakistan’s recent record when chasing, it too will not want to bowl first in a must-win game. And when it bats, it will look to its batsmen to provide greater support to Misbah-ul-Haq, the captain.
Ireland began by chasing down the West Indies` 304 for seven in a rousing batting display and also beat UAE and Zimbabwe, but were no match for Test nations India and South Africa.The Irish batsmen have outscored the inconsistent Pakistanis so far, which should make them feel comfortable on what is expected to be a run-laden pitch, despite the rivals` potent bowling attack.
That is exactly what Ireland's batting will try and prevent on Sunday. With the experience of skipper William Porterfield, Ed Joyce, Niall O'Brien and Kevin O'Brien at the top and with the youthful enterprise of Andrew Balbirnie at their disposal, Ireland will be hoping that they can bank on their batting to pull the rug from under Pakistan's feet, even if their own bowling has been distinctly docile.
Pakistan's awareness of Ireland's mature batting line-up borders on respect for their competence against spin bowling and that could lead them to not considering the claims of leg-spinner Yasir Shah. After an intensive workout, the fast bowlers spent some time squatting beyond the square, listening to bowling consultant Mushtaq Ahmed and enjoying one another's company. The four of them have won the respect of the skipper, who is seeking to pile pressure on the rivals with frequent wickets.
Ahmed Shahzad, Sarfraz Ahmed (wk), Haris Sohail, Misbah-ul-Haq (capt), Younus Khan, Umar Akmal, Shahid Afridi, Wahab Riaz, Sohail Khan, Rahat Ali, Mohammad Irfan.
William Porterfield (capt), Paul Stirling, Ed Joyce, Niall O’Brien, Andy Balbirnie, Kevin O’Brien, Gary Wilson (wk), Stuart Thompson, John Mooney, George Dockrell, Alex Cusack.
Pakistan lost their opening two matches against old foes India and the West Indies, but bounced back to win the next three to prove once again they are one of the most unpredictable sides in world cricket.Victories against Zimbabwe and the United Arab Emirates were followed by a stunning success over mighty South Africa in Auckland where they bowled the Proteas out for 202 after making 222.
Click here to watch Niall O'Brien's outstanding 75-run against India
At Seddon Park against India, Ireland had a real opportunity to pile up 300-plus. Instead, it lost 7 for 53 in the last ten overs. It was the kind of glitch it can’t afford against Pakistan.Given Pakistan’s recent record when chasing, it too will not want to bowl first in a must-win game. And when it bats, it will look to its batsmen to provide greater support to Misbah-ul-Haq, the captain.
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Ireland began by chasing down the West Indies` 304 for seven in a rousing batting display and also beat UAE and Zimbabwe, but were no match for Test nations India and South Africa.The Irish batsmen have outscored the inconsistent Pakistanis so far, which should make them feel comfortable on what is expected to be a run-laden pitch, despite the rivals` potent bowling attack.
Click here to watch Shehzad's 93 against UAE
That is exactly what Ireland's batting will try and prevent on Sunday. With the experience of skipper William Porterfield, Ed Joyce, Niall O'Brien and Kevin O'Brien at the top and with the youthful enterprise of Andrew Balbirnie at their disposal, Ireland will be hoping that they can bank on their batting to pull the rug from under Pakistan's feet, even if their own bowling has been distinctly docile.
Click here to watch Wahab Riaz's 4-45 against Zimbabwe
Pakistan's awareness of Ireland's mature batting line-up borders on respect for their competence against spin bowling and that could lead them to not considering the claims of leg-spinner Yasir Shah. After an intensive workout, the fast bowlers spent some time squatting beyond the square, listening to bowling consultant Mushtaq Ahmed and enjoying one another's company. The four of them have won the respect of the skipper, who is seeking to pile pressure on the rivals with frequent wickets.
Teams for Pakistan vs Ireland :
Pakistan:
Ahmed Shahzad, Sarfraz Ahmed (wk), Haris Sohail, Misbah-ul-Haq (capt), Younus Khan, Umar Akmal, Shahid Afridi, Wahab Riaz, Sohail Khan, Rahat Ali, Mohammad Irfan.
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Ireland :
William Porterfield (capt), Paul Stirling, Ed Joyce, Niall O’Brien, Andy Balbirnie, Kevin O’Brien, Gary Wilson (wk), Stuart Thompson, John Mooney, George Dockrell, Alex Cusack.
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