The 4th ODI match of the Tri Nation Series in UAE 2025 is set to be a thrilling encounter between Sri Lanka A (SL-A) and Ireland A (IR-A) at the Sheikh Zayed Stadium in Abu Dhabi on Saturday, April 19. Both teams have had contrasting fortunes in the series so far, with SL-A winning their last two matches and currently leading the series, while IR-A have suffered two consecutive defeats.
In their head-to-head encounters, Sri Lanka A has dominated Ireland A by winning all six matches played between the two sides. This historical advantage will give SL-A a psychological edge going into this crucial fixture.
The match is scheduled to start at 11:30 AM IST at the Sheikh Zayed Stadium in Abu Dhabi. The pitch at this venue is known to be favorable for batsmen, with the team winning the toss likely to opt to bat first considering the pitch tends to slow down in the second innings. In the previous match at this venue, a total of 410 runs were scored with 13 wickets falling.
SL-A’s probable playing XI includes S Samarawickrama, D Madushanka, N Fernando, D Hemalatha, M Shiraz, K Mishara, C Wickramasinghe, P Rathnayake, L Udara, S Dinusha, and S Arachchige. On the other hand, IR-A’s likely playing XI comprises R Adair, J Neill, S Doheny, G Hoey, T Mayes, C Carmichael, B Calitz, L McCarthy, M Topping, C DeFreitas, and C Robertson.
In terms of Dream11 picks, S Samarawickrama stands out as the top wicket-keeper choice, while R Adair and N Fernando are key batters to watch out for. S Arachchige and J Neill are the standout all-rounders, while D Madushanka and D Hemalatha are the top bowlers to consider for your fantasy cricket team.
For captain and vice-captain choices, S Arachchige and S Samarawickrama are recommended due to their recent form and ability to contribute significantly with both bat and ball.
In conclusion, SL-A vs IR-A promises to be an exciting contest, and with the pitch conditions favoring both bowlers and batters, making a balanced team with a focus on all-rounders could be the key to success in today’s match. Don’t forget to follow the live score and commentary on Sportskeeda and make informed decisions for your Dream11 team.
