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India faces Ireland in 1st T20I as Sooryavanshi prepares for debut

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 25, 2026, 3:23 AM

Last updated Jun 25, 2026

India faces Ireland in 1st T20I as Sooryavanshi prepares for debut

Summary

India takes on Ireland in the first T20I in Belfast on June 26, 2026. This match may mark the senior debut of 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi under captain Shreyas Iyer. The fixture is significant for both teams, as it features new leadership for India and the emergence of a youthful talent. Iyer, returning to T20I cricket after a three-year absence, aims to build on the momentum from their World Cup victory earlier this year.

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Latest Updates

•Vaibhav Sooryavanshi could make his senior debut.
•Shreyas Iyer takes over as T20I captain from Suryakumar Yadav.
•India and Ireland's predicted lineups have been announced.
•Both teams are reshuffling after recent performances.
•Match scheduled for June 26, 2026, in Belfast.

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3:23 AMYahoo Sports — India vs Ireland 1st T20I 2026 predicted lineups with potential Vaibhav Sooryavanshi debut at Belfast

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Check out the predicted playing 11 and team news for India vs Ireland 1st T20I in Belfast, featuring 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's potential record-breaking debut.
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