Curtis Campher fell one run short of marking his 100th appearance for Ireland with a half-century in Abu Dhabi last night before South Africa cruised to an eight-wicket victory with 14 balls to spare in the first of two one-day internationals.

Here's the pre-match analysis of the Ireland vs South Africa 2nd T20I, including playing XI, recent form, head-to-head records, strategy, predictions, and pitch conditions.

Ireland are well beaten by South Africa in the first of two T20 internationals between the sides in Abu Dhabi.

Campher 49, Rock 37; Kruger 4-27 South Africa 174-2 (17.4 overs): Rickelton 76, Hendricks 51 Scorecard Ireland lost by eight wickets to South Africa in the first of two T20Is between the sides at the Sheikh Zayed Stadium in Abu Dhabi on Friday.

Curtis Campher top-scored for Ireland with 49 from 36 balls and Neil Rock chipped in with 37 from 28 as they posted 171 for eight

Ireland. Curtis Campher 45 (34) George Dockrell 18 (11) South Africa. Ottneil Baartman 1/36 (3) Ireland vs South Africa Live Score: SIX! KABOOM