Ireland vs Afghanistan Live Streaming Online and Free Telecast in India, 5th ODI 2026
Catch all the details for the 5th ODI between Ireland and Afghanistan today, August 15, 2026, at Civil Service Cricket Club, Stormont, Belfast. The match starts at 10:45 AM local time (3:15 PM IST).
Cricket fans worldwide are gearing up for the thrilling conclusion of the Afghanistan tour of Ireland 2026, as the two nations face off in the 5th One-Day International (ODI) today, August 15, 2026. This decisive encounter will take place at the Civil Service Cricket Club in Stormont, Belfast, with the action scheduled to begin at 10:45 AM local time (GMT+1). For viewers in India, the match will commence at 3:15 PM IST. ACB Confirms Dates for Historic India vs Afghanistan T20I Series in Delhi, Bangladesh Tour Scrapped.
Afghanistan enters this final match with a dominant 3-0 lead in the series. The opening ODI was unfortunately abandoned due to rain, but Afghanistan has since secured convincing victories in the subsequent three matches, showcasing strong performances across their squad. Ireland will be looking for a consolation win to salvage some pride on home soil.
Series Overview and Recent Form
The series has been a hard-fought battle, though the results heavily favor Afghanistan. In the 4th ODI, Afghanistan posted a formidable total of 343/9, driven by exceptional centuries from Ibrahim Zadran (107 runs off 118 balls) and Sediqullah Atal, who blazed 143 runs off just 120 deliveries. In response, Ireland put up a spirited chase, with captain Andy Balbirnie scoring 109 runs and Curtis Campher adding a rapid 84 runs off 46 balls, but ultimately fell short by 42 runs, finishing on 301.
Key performers in the series so far include Afghanistan's Sediqullah Atal, leading the run charts with 215 runs, followed closely by Ibrahim Zadran with 203 runs. For Ireland, Andy Balbirnie has been the top scorer with 152 runs. In the bowling department, Afghanistan's star spinner Rashid Khan has been highly effective, claiming 12 wickets, while Gavin Hoey has been Ireland's most successful bowler with 7 scalps.
Head-to-Head (Overall ODIs)
In their 35 One-Day International encounters to date, Afghanistan holds a superior record with 21 victories, while Ireland has emerged victorious in 13 matches. One match has ended in a no-result. Afghanistan Secure Direct Qualification for ICC Cricket World Cup 2027; West Indies to Play in Qualifiers.
Match Timing and Venue Details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Match | 5th ODI |
| Series | Afghanistan tour of Ireland, 2026 |
| Date | Saturday, August 15, 2026 |
| Venue | Civil Service Cricket Club, Stormont, Belfast, Northern Ireland |
| Local Time | 10:45 AM BST (GMT+1) |
| Indian Time | 3:15 PM IST |
Where to Watch Ireland vs Afghanistan 5th ODI 2026
For viewers in India, the match will be available for live streaming on the FanCode app and website. There is no live telecast scheduled on traditional TV channels in India.
With Afghanistan aiming for a clean sweep and Ireland eager to finish on a high note, the 5th ODI promises to be an engaging contest for cricket enthusiasts. Stay tuned for what is sure to be an action-packed finale to the series.
(The above story first appeared on LatestLY on Aug 15, 2026 02:15 PM IST. For more news and updates on politics, world, sports, entertainment and lifestyle, log on to our website latestly.com).
