The India tour of Ireland is almost here, and the IND vs IRE 2026 series should pack plenty into a short window. It runs to just two T20Is, with a young Indian side heading to Belfast to face Paul Stirling’s Ireland.
The leadership angle is what gives this India vs Ireland series its edge. Shreyas Iyer takes charge of India, capping off a comeback few would have predicted. He lost his BCCI central contract back in early 2024, then worked his way back with weight of runs in domestic cricket and strong IPL form, first reclaiming his place and now leading the side. For Ireland, the job falls to Paul Stirling, whose long years in the international game give the hosts a steady hand against tough opponents.
IND vs IRE 2026 Schedule & Squads
The IND vs IRE schedule is a tight one, two T20 Internationals across a single weekend. There should be no shortage of IND vs IRE T20 action with both games played in Belfast. The match timings have changed. Both T20Is will begin at 6 PM IST.
The India vs Ireland squad picks lean on a blend of youth and experience. India has rewarded its domestic performers, the standout being a maiden senior call-up for Vaibhav Sooryavanshi. While Mohammed Siraj, Nitish Kumar Reddy and Varun Chakaravarthy were originally named in the squad, all three will miss out. Siraj has been rested due to workload management, while Reddy has been ruled out due to an injury. Chakaravarthy is also set to miss the Ireland series as he is still recovering from a fractured toe. Suryansh Shedge has been named in the squad, along with Prasidh Krishna.
Lorcan Tucker will lead the Ireland squad, which has been bogged down by multiple injuries. Their former captain, Paul Stirling, will miss out, along with Joshua Little, due to injuries.
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India vs Ireland 2026 Venues & Stadiums
Both matches of the IRE vs IND T20 series will be held at one ground, which cuts down travel for the players and gives fans a proper weekend of cricket in one place.
- Civil Service Cricket Club (Stormont Cricket Ground) – Belfast, Northern Ireland
India vs Ireland Head-to-Head
The India vs Ireland head-to-head record makes for lopsided reading. India has had the upper hand from the very first T20 meeting between the sides. Ireland have built a name for upsetting the odds against bigger teams, but India remains the puzzle they haven’t solved in this format. Indian spinners and a hard-hitting top order have tended to be too much for the Irish.
Iyer will want a clean start to his captaincy, and Ireland are still chasing that elusive first T20I win over India. That should make for an interesting couple of days in Belfast.
| Stat | ODI | T20I |
|---|---|---|
| Matches | 3 | 9 |
| India win | 3 | 8 |
| Ireland win | 0 | 0 |
| No result | 0 | 1 |
IND vs IRE 2026 stats
IND vs IRE FAQs
When is the India vs Ireland 2026 T20 series?
The two-match T20I series is scheduled for the last weekend of June. The first match will take place on Friday, June 26, 2026, and the second on Sunday, June 28, 2026. Both games will be played at the Civil Service Cricket Club in Belfast.
Where can I watch the IND vs IRE 2026 series live?
For fans in India, the India tour of Ireland will be officially broadcast and live-streamed online on Sony LIV.
Who is the captain of the Indian team for the Ireland tour?
Shreyas Iyer has been appointed as the captain of the Indian T20 side for this series, stepping into the leadership role with Tilak Varma serving as his vice-captain.
Who is Vaibhav Sooryavanshi and why is his selection significant?
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi is a 15-year-old batting sensation who received his maiden senior call-up for this series following a blockbuster IPL 2026 season. If he makes the playing XI against Ireland, he will break Sachin Tendulkar’s 37-year-old record to become the youngest player to ever debut for the Indian national cricket team.
What is the head-to-head record between India and Ireland in T20Is?
India holds a flawless record against Ireland in the shortest format. Prior to the 2026 series, the two teams have faced each other 8 times in completed T20 Internationals, with India winning all 8 encounters.
