Ireland vs Afghanistan Live Streaming Online and Free Telecast in India, 2nd ODI 2026
Catch all the action of the Ireland vs Afghanistan 2nd ODI 2026 live! This guide provides full details on where to watch the IRE vs AFG cricket match today, August 7, 2026, including live streaming options on FanCode in India (3:15 PM IST), Free Sports TV in the UK, RTA Sports in Afghanistan, Etisalat eLife in UAE, and DirecTV/Willow HD in the USA.
The highly anticipated second One-Day International of the Afghanistan Tour of Ireland 2026 is set to kick off today, Friday, August 7, 2026. After the first ODI was abandoned without a ball bowled due to persistent rain, both Ireland and Afghanistan will be eager to make their mark at the Bready Cricket Club in Magheramason, Northern Ireland. The match is scheduled to begin at 10:45 AM local time (BST), which translates to 3:15 PM Indian Standard Time (IST).
This five-match ODI series holds significant importance for both nations as they aim to build momentum and secure valuable ICC ranking points. Afghanistan currently sits at the 8th position in the ICC Men's ODI Team Rankings with 90 rating points, while Ireland is placed 12th with 54 points. With only four matches remaining, a win today will be crucial for either side to take an early lead in the series.
Live Streaming and Telecast Details
Cricket enthusiasts can catch all the action of the Ireland vs Afghanistan 2nd ODI through various broadcast and streaming platforms across different regions.
| Region | TV Channel | Streaming Platform |
|---|---|---|
| India | No Live Telecast | FanCode App & Website |
| England & Ireland (UK) | Free Sports TV | Free Sports Player App |
| Afghanistan | RTA Sports | RTA Sports |
| United Arab Emirates | Etisalat eLife | - |
| United States | DirecTV | DirecTV/Willow HD |
Fans in India will need to rely on digital platforms to watch the match, with FanCode offering a Match Pass for INR 29 or a Tour Pass for the entire series at INR 89. Given the importance of the series and the talent on display, today's match promises to be an exciting contest as both teams vie for supremacy in Bready.
Match Details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Match | 2nd ODI, Afghanistan Tour of Ireland 2026 |
| Teams | Ireland (IRE) vs Afghanistan (AFG) |
| Date | Friday, August 7, 2026 |
| Venue | Bready Cricket Club, Magheramason, Bready, Northern Ireland |
| Local Time | 10:45 AM BST |
| GMT Time | 9:45 AM GMT |
| IST Time | 3:15 PM IST |
Ireland vs Afghanistan Head-to-Head
The historical rivalry between Ireland and Afghanistan in One-Day Internationals has seen some enthralling contests. Out of 32 ODIs played between the two sides, Afghanistan holds a slight edge with 18 victories compared to Ireland's 13, with 1 match ending in no result or tie. Looking at recent form, Afghanistan has dominated their encounters, winning the last five completed ODIs against Ireland, including a 2-0 series win in their previous meeting in Sharjah in 2024 (one match was abandoned due to rain).
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