The UAE will look to secure a draw in their T20 series with Ireland this afternoon. After a battling 34-run defeat in the opening game, they play the second and final game in Abu Dhabi. The series comes ahead of Ireland’s participation in the T20 World Cup, and the UAE’s games against Afghanistan, Hong Kong and Oman in the Asia Cup Qualifying. Play gets under way at the Sheikh Zayed Stadium at 13:30.
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