United Arab Emirates National Cricket Team vs Ireland National Cricket Team Live Streaming and TV Channel Telecast Details: The United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Ireland are set to begin their two-match T20 International series today, Thursday, 29 January, at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium. This series serves as a vital final preparation for both squads before they head to the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026, which is scheduled to commence in early February. Why Pakistan vs Australia T20I Series Live Broadcast is Not Available on Any TV Channel in India?

UAE vs IRE Broadcast, 1s T20I 2026

In a move that mirrors recent trends for associate-level bilateral series, there is no free live broadcast or streaming available for this match in India. Fans in India wishing to follow the action live can watch the UAE vs IRE match on FanCode, for which subscription or a match pass is needed. Furthermore, there is no live telecast scheduled on any Indian television network, making it an exclusively digital viewing experience for the region.

The Dubai pitch is expected to be batting-friendly, though the evening timing brings the "dew factor" into play. Historically, the ground slightly favours teams chasing, with the average first-innings score in recent matches hovering around the 170-run mark. List of Cricket Teams That Refused to Tour Host Nations in ICC Tournaments.

UAE vs IRE Viewing Options in India

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Paid Live Streaming FanCode App & Website
Free Live Streaming None
Live Telecast None (Not available on Indian TV)
Match Start Time 20:00 IST (18:00 Local)

Both teams are treating these fixtures as high-intensity dress rehearsals. Ireland, led by the experienced Paul Stirling, arrives in Dubai following a successful series win against Italy. The Irish side is looking to settle on their final bowling combinations, with seamers Mark Adair and Craig Young expected to lead the attack

The UAE, captained by Muhammad Waseem, holds a dominant recent head-to-head record against Ireland, having won their last five encounters in the shortest format. Playing in familiar home conditions, the UAE will rely on their top-order strength and the spin of Haider Ali to maintain their streak against the visiting side.

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