Afghanistan vs Ireland 1st ODI - Rain Washes Out the Match
A Disappointing Start to the Series
The much-anticipated first ODI between Afghanistan and Ireland was abandoned without a ball bowled due to persistent rain in Sharjah on Tuesday, March 7, 2024.No Play Possible
Despite the best efforts of the ground staff, the outfield remained saturated throughout the day, making it impossible to start the match. The umpires were forced to call off the game just before the scheduled start time.
This is a major disappointment for both teams, who were eager to get the series underway. Afghanistan is currently ranked 11th in the ICC ODI rankings, while Ireland is ranked 13th. The series was expected to be closely contested.
Rescheduled Match
The match will be rescheduled for a later date, which has yet to be announced. Fans will be hoping for better weather conditions when the teams meet again.
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