Ireland vs Afghanistan Live Streaming Online and Free Telecast in India, 3rd ODI 2026
Catch all the live streaming and telecast details for the Ireland vs Afghanistan 3rd ODI today, August 10, 2026, from Stormont in Belfast. The match begins at 10:45 AM local time. Afghanistan leads the five-match series 1-0 after a dominant 92-run victory in the second ODI, highlighted by Rashid Khan's impressive 6-wicket haul.
Cricket fans worldwide are set for another thrilling encounter as Ireland takes on Afghanistan in the third One-Day International of their five-match series today, Monday, August 10, 2026. The action unfolds at the Civil Service Cricket Club (Stormont) in Belfast, Northern Ireland, with play scheduled to commence at 10:45 AM local time. This match is pivotal for Ireland, who are currently trailing 0-1 in the series after the first ODI was abandoned due to rain and Afghanistan secured a commanding 92-run victory in the second encounter.
IRE vs AFG Match Details and Series Overview
The Afghanistan Tour of Ireland 2026 has seen an intriguing start despite the weather disruptions. The first ODI on August 5th in Bready was washed out, denying both teams an early advantage. Afghanistan then asserted their dominance in the second ODI on August 7th, also in Bready, with a comprehensive win. Star leg-spinner Rashid Khan was the architect of their victory, bagging an impressive six wickets for just 34 runs, his third such haul in ODI cricket. Ibrahim Zadran also contributed significantly with a knock of 84 runs. Ireland's Cade Carmichael showed resistance with a valiant half-century, but it wasn't enough to prevent the defeat.
Today's match moves to Belfast, offering Ireland a fresh opportunity to level the series. Under the captaincy of Paul Stirling, the Irish side will be eager to put up a strong performance against the formidable Afghan unit, led by Rahmat Shah.
IRE vs AFG Head-to-Head and Recent Form
Historically, Afghanistan has held an edge over Ireland in One-Day Internationals. Out of 34 matches played between the two nations, Afghanistan has emerged victorious in 19, while Ireland has won 13, with two matches ending in no result. Afghanistan has also had a strong record in matches played in Ireland, winning 7 out of 14 encounters.
In terms of recent form, Afghanistan comes into this game with significant momentum, having won their last completed ODI against Ireland by a substantial margin. They also famously secured their first-ever bilateral ODI series win against a top-five ICC-ranked team, South Africa, in September 2024. Ireland, on the other hand, will be looking to break Afghanistan's winning streak against them and improve on their general ODI win rate, which stood at 20% across 30 games between 2022 and 2025.
Where to Watch Ireland vs Afghanistan 3rd ODI Live Streaming
Cricket fans across various regions can tune in to catch the live action of the 3rd ODI. Here's a breakdown of confirmed broadcasting and streaming options:
| Region | TV Channel | Streaming Platform |
|---|---|---|
| India | No TV telecast | FanCode |
| United Kingdom | Free Sports TV | |
| United States | FloLive | |
| Pakistan |
Viewers in India can stream the match live exclusively on FanCode, as there is no live television telecast available for this series in the region. In the UK, Free Sports TV will be broadcasting the game. Fans in the USA can watch it on FloLive.
This crucial third ODI promises to be a gripping contest as Ireland aims to keep the series alive on home soil against a confident Afghanistan side. Don't miss the thrilling action as both teams battle for supremacy in Belfast.
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